About This Deal

Microsoft Corporation acquired EXOS Inc., a transaction announced in April 1996.

EXOS Inc. operates in Hardware — Input Device Group (SideWinder / force feedback), is based in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. EXOS Inc., a Boston, Massachusetts firm founded in 1988, designed and manufactured force-feedback controllers for arcades, home video systems and PCs. Microsoft acquired EXOS to add tactile force-feedback realism to its PC gaming input devices, complementing products such as the SideWinder 3D Pro joystick.

Bring force-feedback technology in-house to deliver more compelling, immersive PC gaming experiences.

Deal Terms

Acquirer
Microsoft Corporation
Target
EXOS Inc.
Value
Not disclosed
Date
April 1996
Type
Acquisition
Status
Official-source — no SEC filing

Transaction Details

Target HQ
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Segment
Hardware — Input Device Group (SideWinder / force feedback)
Announced
April 15, 1996

In Their Words

We are excited to bring added realism, provided by the force feedback technology, to our consumers' gaming experience.Rick Thompson, General Manager, Input Device Group, Microsoft

Advisors

Advisory firms were not disclosed for this transaction.

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