FallOut 3 to be the first Bethesda Softworks title published in Europe this autumn...
ZeniMax Media has today confirmed the opening of its European offices, based in London. The move means that the company, which own The Elder Scrolls/Fallout 3 development studio Bethesda Softworks, will now self-publish its titles in Europe.
Previous releases were handled by third parties including Ubisoft and 2K Games.
"This is an important step for us as we look to expand our presence in markets outside of North America," said Robert Altman, CEO of ZeniMax Media Inc. "We want to establish direct relationships with retailers and distributors throughout Europe and the UK as we bring exciting titles like Fallout 3 and Rogue Warrior to gamers worldwide."
The European operations of the Company will be headed by Sean Brennan, an industry veteran with over 20 years experience in the European markets. "We are happy to be part of the ZeniMax family," said Sean "Building upon their great reputation and extending their direct reach throughout Europe and the UK is an exciting, new phase in the expansion of the company."
FallOut 3, set in a post-apocalyptic Washington DC, will be the first game published in Europe by Bethesda Softworks. The RPG is scheduled for a simultaneous launch during the Autumn on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC.
Source:http://www.totalvideogames.com/Fallout-3/news/Bethesda-Opens-Euro-Office-12265.html