Devolver Launches Big Fan Games: A New Era for Licensed Indie Games
Reviving Licensed Games
Devolver Digital has officially announced the launch of Big Fan Games, a new publishing label dedicated to licensed games. Helmed by industry veterans with experience at major brands such as Disney and Dark Horse, Big Fan is committed to helping independent developers breathe new life into their favorite movies, comics, and TV shows.
Notable Titles and Goals
Big Fan has already secured a lineup of exciting games, including Reigns: Game of Thrones, Hellboy Web of Wyrd, and John Wick Hex. Historically, licensed games were a staple of the gaming industry in the late '80s and early '90s, though their quality declined. Big Fan aims to change this narrative by delivering fun, inventive games that can stand alone.
The New Renaissance of Licensed Games
With recent successes like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge and the duology of Star Wars games by Respawn Entertainment, the market for licensed games is experiencing a renaissance. Big Fan aims to continue this trend by offering independent games that explore these universes creatively and innovatively.
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