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Walt Disney Company president and CCO Dana Walden addressed speculation regarding an Epic Games buyout during an appearance at Bloomberg's Screentime event. Walden explicitly dismissed the rumors by stating that such discussions are not taking place at this time.
The executive highlighted serious discussions between the two companies tied to a equity investment made in 2024. Both entities are directing their attention toward upcoming project launches designed to highlight the collaborative partnership.
Following the financial transaction, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney noted that his company would retain board control. Meanwhile, Disney Experiences chairman Josh D'Amaro previously remarked that the alliance allows the company to unite diverse stories for wide audiences.
Current joint efforts include a recent promotion centered on The Mandalorian and Grogu. This featured a designated island experience where users linked their accounts to earn digital rewards connecting physical park rides with Fortnite.
