Sony Interactive Entertainment Acquires Nixxes Software
July 1, 2021
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) has completed the acquisition of Utrecht-based Nixxes Software B.V., a Dutch game development studio known for technical expertise in porting and optimization. Nixxes will join PlayStation Studios Technology, Creative & Services Group to provide in-house development and technical capabilities to support PlayStation Studios' exclusive titles; terms were not disclosed.
- Buyers
- Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Targets
- Nixxes Software B.V.
- Industry
- Software
- Location
- Netherlands
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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