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Atari acquires Crossy Road developer Hipster Whale
Atari has acquired Australian studio Hipster Whale, the developer behind the mobile hit Crossy Road, for an initial sum of $29.3 million, with potential earn-outs reaching $40 million. This acquisition aims to bolster Atari's mobile development and publishing capabilities, with Hipster Whale co-founder Matt Hall set to lead the expansion. Atari CEO Wade Rosen highlighted the shared vision for classic retro-style gaming and the potential to expand Atari's mobile business by combining Hipster Whale's expertise with Atari's intellectual property.
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