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\nSquare Enix may be opening a new studio in the west, shortly after selling its previous western studios to Embracer.\n<\/p>\n

\nStudio Onoma is part of an application on the Canadian Trademarks Database<\/a>, with the applicant Square Enix Newco.\n<\/p>\n

\nAccording to the application, Studio Onoma will both develop and publish video game software, in addition to working on merchandise like strategy guides, posters, clothing, toys, and action figures.\n<\/p>\n

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Square Enix may be opening a new studio in the west, shortly after selling its previous western studios to Embracer. Studio Onoma is part of an application on the Canadian Trademarks Database, with the applicant Square Enix Newco. According to the application, Studio Onoma will both develop and publish video game software, in addition to working on merchandise like strategy guides, posters, clothing, toys, and action figures. 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