Compulsion Games and Double Fine confirm "Independence Day" from Xbox
Game developers Compulsion Games and Double Fine have announced their return to independent management after previously being owned by Xbox. The studios will retain the rights to their existing intellectual properties, including We Happy Few and South of Midnight.
Why it matters
This move highlights a significant shift in the gaming industry's consolidation trends, suggesting a potential reversal of studio acquisitions by major tech platforms.
"We're thankful to Xbox for working with us to reach an outcome which returns ownership of our games to us"
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