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Atari Acquires Rights to Five Ubisoft Games for Modern Re-Releases

Atari plans re-releases with potential expansions, with timelines and specific platforms still unannounced.

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Overview

  • Atari now owns the IP for Cold Fear, I Am Alive, Child of Eden, Grow Home, and Grow Up after a joint announcement with Ubisoft.
  • The company says it will re-release the games under its label and explore new platforms, new content, and expanded distribution channels.
  • Atari CEO Wade Rosen and Ubisoft executive Deborah Papiernik framed the move as a chance to reintroduce and evolve the dormant titles.
  • Current availability varies, with some games still on PC via Steam, while Child of Eden remains limited to its original PS3 and Xbox 360 releases.
  • Industry outlets speculate about potential ports or remasters, including possible involvement of remaster-capable studios, but no such plans have been confirmed.