[X360] Peter Molyneux leaving Lionhead and Microsoft to start fresh

[X360] Peter Molyneux leaving Lionhead and Microsoft to start fresh

The legendary game designer, who gave us Black & White, Fable and Syndicate, has announced via Twitter that he is leaving Lionhead and Microsoft. However, he confirmed in an interview with Kotaku that he'll be staying with them to see out development of Fable: The Journey for Microsoft Kinect serving as a creative consultant.

On Twitter Molyneux mentioned that he is taking part in a new company called '22 cans'.

"It is with mixed emotions that I made the decision to leave Microsoft and Lionhead Studios, the company that I co-founded in 1997," Peter Molyneux said to Kotaku.

"I remain extremely passionate and proud of the people, products and experiences that we created, from Black & White to Fable to our pioneering work with Milo and Kate for the Kinect platform. However, I felt the time was right to pursue a new independent venture. I'd like to thank the team at Lionhead, as well as our partners at Microsoft Studios for their support, dedication and incredible work over the years."

Microsoft added of Molyneux's departure: "As co-founder of Lionhead and an integral part of Microsoft Studios, Peter was the creative visionary behind the blockbuster Fable franchise, and one of our most passionate and influential developers for the Xbox 360 platform. He has made an indelible mark on the games industry and we wish him all the best of luck in his future endeavors."

It may be true that more often that not Peter Molyneux's ambitious projects didn't really live up to the hype he generated for him, but I'm sure he'll be missed at Lionhead. We look forward to seeing what comes from his independent venture, what are your thoughts on this situation? How do you think it will affect Lionhead and Microsoft?

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RE: [X360] Peter Molyneux leaving Lionhead and Microsoft to start fresh
Ive met him.

Just sayin

Yeah it know seems like they want to s*** all over the Fable name

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[PC, PS3, X360] Commander Shepard is leaving us behind after Mass Effect 3

[PC, PS3, X360] Commander Shepard is leaving us behind after Mass Effect 3

Mass Effect 3 is set to conclude the epic sci-fi trilogy next March, but we know that BioWare is eager to continue the franchise in some form. But what we don't know is if the franchise will continue
forward with Shepard, however now we have confirmation that it won't.

Dr. Ray Muzyka has confirmed this fact with PC Gamer, "After this, Commander Shepard's story is complete." He continues on claiming that he/she will not be present in any future Mass Effect titles. So, how do you think Shepard's career will end? Happy or depressing? Either way, it seems that BioWare will have to take great care with rounding out the story of Shepard.

Are you excited for Mass Effect 3?

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E3 returns June 5-7 2012 to LA, not leaving city any time soon

E3 2011 Propels Video Games to Center Stage
ESA Announces E3 2012 Dates

Los Angeles, CA – June 9, 2011 – 46,800 video game industry professionals, investor analysts, and retailers attended E3 2011, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced today. The leading global computer and video game trade show closed after more than 200 exhibitors unveiled the latest interactive entertainment hardware and software that will hit store shelves this holiday season. ESA also revealed that E3 2012 will occur June 5-7, 2012, in Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Convention Center. E3 2011 contributed more than an estimated $25 million in revenue to the city of Los Angeles.

"This year's E3 propelled video games to the pinnacle of the entertainment world. The industry's innovation, creativity, and excitement combined to show the world the ultimate entertainment experience," said Michael D. Gallagher, president and CEO of the ESA, the trade association that represents U.S. computer and video game publishers and owns E3. "The positive news generated by the event reached all parts of the world, and we are looking forward to building on this great momentum in 2012."

"E3 2011 was phenomenal," noted Gordon Bellamy, executive director of the International Game Developers Association. "The event showcased the best of our craft and the outstanding work of the industry's developers. E3, once again, proved that video games are a dominant force in entertainment and are changing the way we live, work, and play."

In addition to serving as the launch pad for numerous groundbreaking hardware and software announcements, this year's show featured more than 120 retail companies from 18 countries that participated in E3's VIP Retailer program. Overall international participation in the event grew with representatives coming from 106 countries-up from 90 in 2010.

The Entertainment Software Association is the U.S. association dedicated to serving the business and public affairs needs of companies publishing interactive games for video game consoles, handheld devices, personal computers, and the Internet. The ESA offers services to interactive entertainment software publishers including a global anti-piracy program, owning the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), business and consumer research, federal and state government relations, First Amendment and intellectual property protection efforts. For more information, please visit www.theESA.com.

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