Sony Interactive Entertainment acquires Valkyrie Entertainment
Valkyrie Entertainment joins PlayStation Studios from Japanese publisher Sony.
Known for providing content and co-development services for several renowned studios, Valkyrie Entertainment is integrating with PlayStation Studios to help develop key franchises. Day-to-day operations after the acquisition will continue to be carried out by the current management team of Valkyrie Entertainment. The terms of this transaction, including the purchase price, are not disclosed due to contractual obligations.
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“Valkyrie Entertainment is a very versatile and respected studio that has produced high quality work across a variety of platforms, from consoles to PC; and a variety of styles, from action to game services,” said Hermen Hulst, head of PlayStation Studios. “Valkyrie Entertainment’s diverse experience will be well received by all of the PlayStation Studios teams as we continue to focus on delivering exceptional gaming experiences. ”
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Based in Seattle, Washington, Valkyrie Entertainment is an independent development studio that has worked with world-class game developers and publishers to enable them to realize the full potential of their vision. Two unannounced internal titles are currently in development.
“Since 2002, we have contributed to over 100 games, including major PlayStation franchises such as God of War, inFamous and Twisted Metal,” said Joakim Weidemar, President and Founder of Valkyrie Entertainment. “In our next chapter, we’re excited to continue our relationship with some of the world’s most talented teams, expanding and contributing to the portfolio of incredible games available to PlayStation fans. “
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