Sony Computer Entertainment has acquired LittleBigPlanet developer Media Molecule.
The deal sees Surrey, England-based Media Molecule become part of SCE’s global development operations, formalising the successful exclusive relationship shared between the companies.
”Since they burst onto the gaming scene, Media Molecule have proved to be a truly exciting and innovative studio, who have proved their world-class credentials with the creation of the incredible LittleBigPlanet,” said Shuhei Yoshida, president of SCE Worldwide Studios.
“SCE WWS is all about creating ambitious, innovative and ground breaking games, traits that Media Molecule clearly have,” he added. “To bring them into our family proves our dedication to creating fantastic new experiences that we believe will cement our position as industry leaders.”
Media Molecule co-founder Alex Evans said: "Since Media Molecule's inception, we've had a uniquely close relationship with SCE. Over the years they have consistently shown their dedication to creative gaming and Media Molecule, not only through their support of the company, but their willingness to take risks and embrace our often unusual approach and ideas. What we've achieved already with LittleBigPlanet has proved this to us and we're excited by this new chapter of innovation and creative gaming, for all involved.”
Sony said this week that the LittleBigPlanet community has created and uploaded over two million levels for the game.