The team, founded in February 2019, is led by industry veteran Michael Condrey.
2K Games has announced that its most recent studio, founded in February 2019, will change its name and be known as 31st Union. According to the official statement, the company intends to “establish its identity” thanks to the new branding and the values of those it will show. In addition, the study led by Michael Condrey, whose long career has led him to be part of companies such as Electronic Arts and Activision, will extend beyond the United States and will consolidate with a study located in Spain.
“31st Union has had an incredible beginning with a passionate and talented team, an intentional culture that seeks inclusion and greater representation, as well as an ambitious and inspiring new intellectual property with which we are excited,” said Michael Condrey, who will exercise President of the study. "Our name and study represent the spirit of California in its rich diversity, through art, music, innovation and cultural representation that have defined the current golden age of entertainment and technology here in Silicon Valley."
An international seal
According to the president, by revealing their identity and "announcing the expansion" of their operations, they will enter an "exciting new phase of growth to incorporate new voices" and move their vision across the globe.
Tyler Michaud, strategic head of 31st Union, explained that they are "creating a development environment focused on a single new IP, in which passion is at the center of everything." The team believes that diversity of perspectives and experiences "is crucial to create a true global entertainment experience," that is able to "connect deeply with passionate fans."
31st Union is the fourth 2K study that expands outside its borders. "We are delighted to see that the 31st Union team continues to expand its scale internationally," said David Ismailer, president of 2K. The director claims that they have been able to attract talented people to contribute to the creative process. "We are optimistic that the study in Spain will have a positive impact on 31st Union." At the moment, nothing of the new intellectual property has been announced.
