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Splosion Man developer Twisted Pixel leaves Microsoft

Lococycle, Splosion Man, and The Maw developer Twisted Pixel has left Microsoft to become an indie studio once again.

Chris Kerr, News Editor

September 30, 2015

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Newsbrief: Lococycle, Splosion Man, and The Maw developer Twisted Pixel has split from Microsoft after four years. 

Microsoft Studios acquired the Texas-based indie outfit back in 2011, however, according to Twisted Pixel's Josh Bear, the team have always been open about the fact that they might part ways if the timing was right. 

Speaking to IGN, who broke the news, Bill Muehl, Twisted Pixel's executive producer, revealed the transition "has been in the works for a few months," and that the team hope to work with Microsoft again in the future. 

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Chris Kerr

News Editor, GameDeveloper.com

Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.

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