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Xbox agrees to publish Hideo Kojima's Physint following PlayStation cancellation
Microsoft expands its collaboration with Kojima Productions into games, film, and television after Sony stepped away.
The short version
- Xbox announced it will publish Hideo Kojima's upcoming title Physint after PlayStation cancelled its involvement.[The Verge]
- Hideo Kojima stated the studio received an unexpected cancellation notice from Sony in mid-June and searched three months for a new partner.[Engadget]
- The new agreement expands Kojima Productions' relationship with Xbox beyond their existing project OD into film and television adaptations.[Engadget · Variety]
Key facts
- Xbox will publish Kojima Productions' upcoming game Physint after PlayStation withdrew from the title.[Engadget · Variety · The Verge]
- Sony characterized the exit as a difficult decision while stating its relationship with Kojima Productions remains strong.[The Verge]
- Hideo Kojima said Sony gave the studio an unexpected cancellation notice in mid-June, prompting a three-month search for a partner.[Engadget]
- The expanded agreement between Xbox and Kojima Productions also includes collaboration on film and television projects.[Engadget · Variety]
Sources
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