Rag Doll Kung Fu Studio To Work On PS3 Exclusive News
Jon Wilcox
21/09/2006
Mark Healey et al confirm plans to create an original title for Sony's next-gen system...
Having released their cult physics-driven title Rag Doll Kung Fu towards the end of 2005, Mark Healey's Media Molecule has today confirmed a deal that will see them develop an exclusive title for Sony's PlayStation3.
The deal, which promises to deliver a highly innovative triple-A experience, will see the release of the studio's first title since the team departed from Lionhead Studios in the early part of 2006.
Mark Healey, Creative Director at Media Molecule said, "Working together on Rag Doll convinced us that a focussed and efficient team had the ability to deliver exciting and innovative content. The ambition for Media Molecule is to take that a step further and prove that a small (20 plus) and passionate team can deliver a world class, triple A, next generation product. Sometimes the very unwieldiness of a massive team renders it much less efficient."
Alex Evans, Technical Director explained, "SCEE have proven to be the perfect partner for us. They immediately understood both our ambition for the game as well as our development style." Alex added "I think it is fantastic that a massive company like Sony has the vision to see that a smaller outfit can create a world class game. Even after 6 months of working together, we're beginning to create something very special for PS3."
Michael Denny, Vice President, Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios (Europe) responded "We were immediately struck by Media Molecule's ambitions for what a next-gen title could be. Innovation is the key to our shared vision and everyone here at SCEE is highly impressed by Media Molecule's ability to deliver on that vision. We're excited to have extended our partnership on an exclusive basis and look forward to presenting the game publicly in due course."
So what could this unknown title be? At the moment any suggestion would be in the realms of pure speculation, though one thing's for sure - it's going to be creative and innovative...
We'll have more news shortly...
