PlayStation has bought Spider-Man developer Insomniac Games Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. PlayStation has bought Spider-Man developer Insomniac Games Marvel! News by Tom Phillips Deputy Editor Updated on 19 Aug 2019 93 comments Marvel's Spider-Man developer Insomniac Games has been snapped up by PlayStation. The studio has long had a close relationship with Sony, and is famed for its work on the Ratchet & Clank and Resistance series, although in the past has also worked with Xbox (for Xbox One launch title Sunset Overdrive) and has recently dabbled in PC and mobile games. But it's with PlayStation 4 exclusive Spider-Man that Insomniac has found itself again firmly in the spotlight. Today's announcement by Sony notes the blockbuster Marvel game has now shifted an impressive 13.2m copies. Insomniac Games will now be a part of Sony Interactive Entertainment's Worldwide Studios, alongside other first-party studios such as Naughty Dog, Media Molecule and Guerilla, among others. Big news: @InsomniacGames is joining PlayStation's Worldwide Studios! We are honored and thrilled to join forces with this legendary developer. Please join us in congratulating our friends and partners at Insomniac! pic.twitter.com/hhhqhxZE7k- PlayStation (@PlayStation) August 19, 2019 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings "Insomniac Games is one of the most highly-acclaimed development studios in the industry and their legacy of best-in class storytelling and gameplay is unparalleled," said Sony studios boss Shawn Layden. "We have enjoyed a strong collaborative partnership with the studio for many years, and are thrilled to officially welcome them to the Worldwide Studios family. The addition of Insomniac Games to SIE WWS reiterates our commitment to developing world class gaming experiences that can only be found on the PlayStation platform." "Joining the WWS family gives Insomniac even greater opportunities to achieve our studio vision of making positive and lasting impressions on people's lives," said Ted Price, Insomniac Games founder and boss. "We've enjoyed a special relationship with PlayStation practically since our inception. Our partnership amplifies our potential, and Marvel's Spider-Man was a testament to this. We're excited to take the next step in our growth alongside our longtime WWS partners. Most of all, we look forward to delivering fresh, new experiences for our fans." Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 11 Latest Articles Digital Foundry Sennheiser's legendary HD 599 open-back headphones are just £70 at Amazon in the Prime Early Access Sale Comfortable with neutral sound and a wide sound stage. Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. 1 Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 61 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store