- The new studio is led by SVP and head of studio Alexandre Amancio
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State of Survival developer FunPlus has opened a new office in Lisbon called Studio Ellipsis.
The new studio aims to extend the company’s IP through cross-platform game development and “transmedia storytelling” across other entertainment mediums like TV, film and comics.
The Lisbon branch is headed up by FunPlus SVP and head of studio Alexandre Amancio. He joined the company in August 2023, having previously served as founder, CEO and later COO of transmedia firm Reflector Entertainment and as a creative director at Ubisoft.
The studio’s first project is comic series Sea of Conquest: Cradle of the Gods, based on its mobile game.
FunPlus aims to create more than 50 jobs the Lisbon office over the next three years.
Expanding to new worlds
“We are witnessing a transformation in how audiences engage with entertainment,” said Amancio.
“Fans are no longer passive consumers; they are explorers, seeking immersive experiences across a wide range of platforms.
“Studio Ellipsis is our response to this shift, creating new opportunities for fans to navigate deeper into the worlds they love, while also crafting original IPs that inspire and captivate, empowering them to become part of the journey.”
FunPlus chief business officer Chris Petrovic added: “The launch of Studio Ellipsis marks a pivotal moment in FunPlus’ journey to become a global powerhouse in entertainment, extending far beyond our roots in the strategy genre.
“By establishing a dedicated studio in a vibrant city like Lisbon, we are not only expanding our existing worlds but also laying the foundation for new IPs that can thrive across multiple mediums.
“This studio represents our commitment to evolving with our audiences, meeting their demand for immersive storytelling, and creating experiences that resonate deeply within our fans.”
