Epic Games has introduced Rocket League developer Psyonix is becoming a member of the household.
Rocket League studio Psyonix is being acquired by Epic Games. The deal is ready to shut by early June on the newest, in accordance with the press launch.
Psyonix launched the next assertion on the acquisition via the Rocket League website.
“Rocket League always has been and always will be a community-driven game, and now that we have joined forces with Epic, we will be able to serve our community in even bigger and better ways,” reads the discover.
“In the quick time period, nothing will change in any respect. We’re nonetheless dedicated to offering Rocket League with frequent updates which have new options, new content material, and new methods to play. In the long-term, we count on to carry Rocket League to the Epic Games retailer and to leverage our new relationship to develop the game in methods we couldn’t do on our personal earlier than.
“We consider that bringing Rocket League to new audiences with extra assist is a win for everyone.”
Moving below the Epic umbrella may even be a plus for Rocket League’s esports ecosystem, stated Psyonix, resulting from increasing potential attain and assets.
Psyonix stated it presently employs 132 folks at its San Diego headquarters, and its workforce will proceed to develop even after the acquisition is full.
The PC model of Rocket League can be made out there on the Epic Games retailer in late 2019.
Until then, it is going to stay out there for buy on Steam. Thereafter, will probably be pulled from sale on the shop, however Psyonix will proceed supporting the game on Steam for all current homeowners.
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