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It might see like a formality at this point, but Sony has officially purchased LittleBigPlanet developer Media Molecule. The news broke at the PlayStation Blog earlier this morning.
"The decision was an easy one after meeting five young, talented people with a massive ambition to redefine video games as we know them," said Michael Denny, senior VP of Sony Worldwide Studios Europe in a statement, "followed by a fantastic exclusive relationship that culminated in the launch of one of the most innovative PlayStation games of recent years."
That game, of course, is LittleBigPlanet.
"The most important thing is that nothing will change from your [gamers] perspective," said Denny. "Media Molecule will simply continue to make great games. Welcoming Media Molecule into the PlayStation family will allow us to better support their future titles and ambitions."
Media Molecule has been steadily supplying downloadable content for LittleBigPlanet since it's launch, but the studio has been surprisingly under the radar. Seems we're due for something.
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IamtheBat
Solid move by Sony, the only reason i routinely get on my PS3 is LBP. This could spar up some needed funding, and create more material for the consumer.
Symicide
I wonder what would birth from the deepest darkest corners of Media Molecule's mind in the form of a FPS.
TD_ThA_MoNsTa
Probably had to think this was coming. Honestly, I thought they already had Media Molecule because you still see Little Big PLanet in Sony's promotions for the PS3. Ah well, still a great move by Sony. Can't wait to see more from the promising developer that is: Media Molecule.
Pwnproof
good to hear.
Utmost_NutsZo
I gotta imagine Sony has consider getting Quantic Dream under their umbrella as well. Heavy Rain was a big risk to pour money into and it paid off. 500k units worldwide in one week is a immense success for a genre that most of us doubted would do well commercially. At this point Sony has the chance to own the company that just broke ground with an all new genre.
Besides Kevin Butler would love to take on the role of VP of Interactive Drama.
Liquid Swords
Should we buy a development studio who made the GOTY for 2008 or should we buy timed exclusive DLC? Hmmmmm.
JustTheBeginning
Mm and Sony is a match made in heaven.
bmben
Brilliant move on Sony's part, but with what is happening to IW, acquisitions are not something I plan on celebrating.
Matt731
good for both of them. only good things can come out of this partnership
GatsuBlackSword
Solid Move Sony
fatman2008
This is great news! it will be awesome to know MM has more resources available to the m to make some more creative & fun titles
goodbiscuits
I love not playing LBP for a couple of months a coming back to find 100,00 new levels.
Wozman23
Good move by Sony. I'd love to see something new from them.
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