Marvel and NetEase Join Forces to Bring Superhero Games to China

Jay Ong, EVP – Head of Marvel Games & Strategic Lead of Marvel Asia, and Yingfeng Ding, Co-President of NetEase | Source: Marvel

It’s the crossover China’s superhero fans have been waiting for: Chinese gaming and media streaming company NetEase is partnering with Marvel to breathe new life into the beloved universe of superheroes.

The Guangzhou-based gaming giant announced on Monday at its annual games product launch event that it will be working with Marvel to create original entertainment — including games, TV shows, and comic books — for the Chinese market and beyond.

“Having admired the work Marvel has created over the years, we are excited to incorporate these beloved stories and characters into world-class entertainment content for global fans,” said William Ding, founder and CEO of NetEase, in a statement. “Adhering to NetEase’s brand statement of ‘Passion of Gamers’, we will work hard to deliver the type of high-quality content that game players and Marvel fans will be pleased to see.”

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