Oxide Games Names Former Nickelodeon and Paramount Executive Adrian Wright as General Manager

Oxide Games has announced the appointment of Adrian Wright, a seasoned executive formerly of Nickelodeon and Paramount, to the position of general manager. Wright will be responsible for overseeing the studio's strategic direction and operational management, with a focus on uniting talented developers to create innovative strategy games. Throughout his career, Wright has been involved in licensing games to development studios, including titles such as Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles and Spongebob, as well as Paramount's upcoming adaptation of A Quiet Place. According to Marc Meyer, president of Oxide Games, 'Adrian's arrival comes at a critical time as we prepare for the launch of Ara: History Untold. His tenacity and experience make him an ideal fit for our company as we strive to push the boundaries of technology and gaming.' Adrian Wright expressed his enthusiasm for the grand strategy genre, stating, 'I've developed a deep appreciation for this type of game since my time on the board at X10 Games.' He added, 'I'm honored to join this talented team of developers at such a pivotal moment, as we build upon the rich legacy of grand strategy titles from the Maryland area.' Founded in January 2013, Oxide Games is the developer of the Nitrous Engine, which supported the release of Ashes of the Singularity, a game that continues to set standards for GPU benchmarking.