Microsoft has splashed some cash to pick up Vancouver based developer BigPark. The studio was founded by current Microsoft executive Don Mattrick along with senior members of EA Canada (including people from the SSX team). The studio is currently working on a game exclusively for Xbox 360 set to debut at E3 this summer.
"We are delighted by the opportunity to welcome the BigPark team into Microsoft Game Studios," said Phil Spencer, general manager, Microsoft Game Studios. "The team is composed of some of the most experienced and creative minds working in the industry today. The combination of the BigPark and Microsoft Game Studios talent pools will be an accelerant for growth and innovation. We believe BigPark has tremendous potential to create new properties and innovative gaming experiences for our platforms, one of which we're looking forward to showcasing at the E3 Expo in June."