Sony Interactive Entertainment (“SIE”) announced that Firesprite Limited, the new development studio ready to join PlayStation Studios, has completed the acquisition of Fabrik Games, a studio with headquarters located in the north-west of England (Manchester).
Firesprite Limited takes control of Fabrik Games Limited
Fabrik Games was founded by the CEO of Firesprite, Graeme Anchors, in 2014 with a vision to create, publish and support new gaming experiences from Manchester, including the launch of several independent titles. Most recently, Fabrik Games partnered with Firesprite to bring the survival horror title The Persistence across multiple platforms. Fabrik will join Firesprite, playing a key role in the studio’s efforts for strengthen SIE’s exclusive game catalog.
“I am delighted to announce that we will be reuniting Fabrik Games and Firesprite as part of our exciting entry into PlayStation Studios,” he said Graeme Ankers, Managing Director, Firesprite. “Fabrik Games is a team of passionate developers, led by industry veterans who have worked on many AAA franchises. We look forward to strengthening our creative talents as we continue our journey to deliver truly unique experiences for PlayStation fans. ”
“We have a long history of working and collaborating with Firesprite,” he said Errol Ismail, Studio Head, Fabrik Games. “There is great creative and cultural understanding between us, and the whole team is thrilled to be on board. We can’t wait to show everyone what we are capable of ”.
The acquisition of Fabrik Games – it is mentioned in the press release – took place in relation at Firesprite’s entry into PlayStation Studios, bringing the total number of employees to 265.