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Embracer Group Reports Disappointing Sales for 'Alone in the Dark' and 'Outcast: A New Beginning'

Despite positive user feedback, both games received mixed critical reviews and fell short of financial expectations.

  • Embracer Group's financial report highlights underperformance of 'Alone in the Dark' and 'Outcast: A New Beginning'.
  • Net sales dropped 10% year-over-year, attributed to the disappointing sales of these titles.
  • 'Alone in the Dark' received a Metacritic score between 63 and 66, while 'Outcast: A New Beginning' scored lower.
  • The games' mixed critical reception contrasted with more favorable user reviews.
  • The commercial failure of these titles has led to layoffs and restructuring within Embracer Group.
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