About This Deal

Microsoft Corporation acquired BigPark Inc., a transaction announced in May 2009.

BigPark Inc. operates in Microsoft Game Studios, is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. BigPark was an interactive online gaming studio founded in 2007 by industry veterans previously at Distinctive Software and Electronic Arts Canada. Microsoft agreed to acquire the studio to bring experienced developers into Microsoft Game Studios for exclusive Xbox 360 game development and to strengthen its gaming innovation.

Add experienced game developers to Microsoft Game Studios to accelerate growth and innovation in gaming experiences for Xbox platforms.

Deal Terms

Acquirer
Microsoft Corporation
Target
BigPark Inc.
Value
Not disclosed
Date
May 2009
Type
Acquisition
Status
Official-source — no SEC filing

Transaction Details

Target HQ
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Segment
Microsoft Game Studios
Announced
May 7, 2009

In Their Words

The team is composed of some of the most experienced and creative minds working in the industry today.Phil Spencer, General Manager, Microsoft Game Studios

Advisors

Advisory firms were not disclosed for this transaction.

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