Take-Two label buys Mad Doc Software
Rockstar Games has expanded its assets by acquiring the North American studio, Mad Doc Software for an undisclosed amount of money and creating a new studio that will be named Rockstar New England.Established in 1999, Mad Doc Software has led development on and provided contracting services for triple-A titles, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence and networking. The studio most recently worked with Rockstar Games on the Xbox 360 version of Bully: Scholarship Edition.
“To be a part of Rockstar Games is an amazing opportunity for everyone here,” said Dr. Davis, Studio Head of the new Rockstar New England. “We’re eager to bring our expertise to bear in the character-driven, open-world stories that make Rockstar Games titles so uniquely compelling.”
“The team at Mad Doc Software is extremely talented,” said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. “Bringing them within the Rockstar Games family will enhance our core technology and further support our commitment to creating progressive and innovative gaming experiences.”
Details of upcoming projects have yet to be announced.
