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Compulsion Games officially separates from Xbox – "The team told me we would rather eat rocks and drink gasoline than be split up"

Compulsion Games has spun out from Xbox and is now independently owned by management, with the studio and staff acquired in the deal. The team also regains its IP, including …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 1 month ago
Alpha Dog Games returns to independence two years after being shuttered by Xbox

Alpha Dog Games has regained its independence two years after Xbox shut the studio down. The team has also reclaimed the Alpha Dog name, a small but meaningful win after …

News Game Developer · 2 months ago
Italian studio 34BigThings regains independence from Embracer

34BigThings is back to full independence after its split from Embracer, which matters most for the studio's ability to set its own roadmap and business priorities. For developers, the practical …

News Game Developer · 3 months ago
Anchor Point Studios set to break from NetEase and go independent

Anchor Point Studios has officially separated from NetEase, marking a significant shift towards independence. This transition could lead to new opportunities for developers, particularly in creative roles like design and …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 7 months, 1 week ago
Spry Fox co-founder on the realities of independence after split from Netflix

David Edery, co-founder of Spry Fox, shares insights on the challenges and opportunities faced by the studio after its split from Netflix. This transition marks a significant shift for the …

News Game Developer · 8 months, 1 week ago