Frontier Developments has partnered with Disney to develop a new video game, according to an official announcement from the studio. The project will be fully funded by Frontier and will utilize Disney’s intellectual property, focusing on the “Creative Management Simulation (CMS)” genre, as stated in a company press release.
Frontier Developments leverages CMS expertise for Disney project
Frontier Developments is applying its experience with the Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo, and Jurassic World Evolution franchises to this new collaboration. CEO Jo Cooke stated the partnership reinforces a strategy to develop “world-class creative management simulation game franchises” and aims to connect a creative player community with one of the world’s most iconic brands.
While a release window and specific game details remain unannounced, IGN notes that Frontier’s history includes 2011’s Kinect: Disneyland Adventures. This prior experience with Disney properties, combined with their current focus on simulation, suggests a project centered on management mechanics.
Did you know? Frontier Developments is not just working on the Disney title; the company confirmed it has another unannounced “Planet” simulation game currently in development.
Upcoming Frontier pipeline and portfolio expansion
The Disney announcement arrives as Frontier prepares to release quarterly earnings. The studio is currently managing several projects, including Planet Zoo 2, which is scheduled for release this October. According to company details, the sequel is expanded to include flying and aquatic creatures and will be launching to a variety of platforms outside of PC.
Frontier’s current portfolio also includes Jurassic World Evolution 3 and the publication of the strategy game Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, as reported by IGN.
Comparison of Frontier’s Major Simulation Franchises
| Franchise | Core Theme | Status/Recent Update |
|---|---|---|
| Planet Coaster | Theme Park Management | Established CMS Leader |
| Planet Zoo | Wildlife Conservation | Planet Zoo 2 arriving October |
| Jurassic World Evolution | Dinosaur Park Management | Evolution 3 popular among fans |
Strategic implications of the Disney partnership
By fully funding the project, Frontier maintains a significant stake in the development process while leveraging Disney’s brand reach. This mirrors the studio’s approach with the Jurassic World license, where they integrated a major film IP into a complex management simulation framework.
For Frontier, this expands their footprint in the CMS genre, which they describe as a core pillar of their business strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of game is Frontier making with Disney?
While the specific title is unannounced, Frontier stated the game will build upon their experience in the Creative Management Simulation (CMS) genre.
Who is paying for the Disney game’s development?
According to Frontier’s press release, the project is being fully funded by Frontier.
When will the Disney game be released?
No release window has been established as of the current announcement.
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