Studio after Microsoft bought Activision Blizzard Toys for Bob Xbox became part of the game studio, though it didn’t last long. Last month, a series of layoffs were announced, which significantly affected the team. After that, it was announced that Toys For Bob had split off from those responsible for Xbox and became an independent studio. now, Details of his first project have been revealed.
During a meeting, Matt Booty, head of Xbox Game Studios, revealed that Xbox has hired Toys For Bob for its first venture as an independent studio, so they will be in charge of financing this project. Unfortunately, no additional details were shared, so it’s unknown what exactly this talented team is working on.
Let us remember that Toys for Bob is responsible for series like Spyro, Crash Bandicoot and Skylanders, which are now owned by Microsoft. Thus, The possibility of this team giving us a new game in this series cannot be ruled out. Especially on Spyro, something that has been rumored for a long time. With this, the studio may take the reins of a new Banjo-Kazoo.
Before that happens, Toys for Bob will likely have to resolve studio personnel and philosophy issues. Prior to the acquisition by Activision, Bob had a unique way of making toy games, something that was gradually dropped when he joined the company behind Call of Duty. Fortunately, by becoming an independent studio, you now have the opportunity to return to your roots. On a related note, you can learn more about Toys for Bob’s Freedom here. Likewise, rumors suggest that a new Spyro game is in the works.
Editor’s note:
Toys For Bob is a great studio, and it’s nice to see that they finally get the chance to get the direction Activision wanted. While we don’t know what their first project as an independent studio will be, it’s sure to get us all excited.
Through: Windows Central
