Behaviour acquires Codeglue to expand dev reach to the Netherlands

Behaviour Interactive introduced its acquisition of Codeglue, a recreation developer primarily based in the Netherlands. This marks Behaviour’s third European growth inside the final six months, as the firm continues to strengthen its presence in the international gaming trade.

Built on the success of Dead by Daylight, Behaviour Interactive has turn out to be the largest Canadian online game developer

“We are very pleased to build upon our strategic expansion into the United Kingdom by establishing our first presence in continental Europe,” mentioned Rémi Racine, Behaviour’s CEO, in a press release. “The addition of Codeglue’s experienced team further enhances the capabilities of our world-class services division. We are always eager to pursue opportunities that align with Behaviour’s needs and culture, and Codeglue represented a clear match on both these fronts.”

Codeglue, based in Rotterdam in 2000 by Maurice Sibrandi and Peter de Jong, has grown to 30 workers. The studio has quite a lot of co-development experience throughout varied platforms and was honored with the Best Studio award at the 2022 Dutch Game Awards. Following the acquisition, Codeglue will function below the identify Behaviour Rotterdam.

This acquisition follows Behaviour’s earlier expansions into Europe. In February 2023, the firm acquired Behaviour UK – North (previously SockMonkey Studios), and simply final month, they opened Behaviour UK – South, which consists of former Antimatter Games’ workers. These three studios bolster Behaviour’s exterior growth capabilities, additional solidifying its place as an trade chief.

Peter de Jong, basic supervisor of Behaviour Rotterdam, mentioned in a press release, “Codeglue and Behaviour share a rich history in the gaming industry, having witnessed its many transformations over the past 23 years. We have always admired Behaviour’s work and culture, and we are thrilled to contribute to their continued success.”

Behaviour Interactive, based in 1992, is a Canadian gaming studio identified for its genre-defying titles and assist providers. The studio achieved large success with its authentic horror-action multiplayer recreation, Dead by Daylight, which has attracted over 50 million gamers throughout a number of platforms. In addition to creating its personal IP, Behaviour Interactive supplies exterior growth providers to trade leaders similar to Microsoft, Sony, EA, Warner, Netflix, and Take-Two.

Over the previous 12 months, Behaviour Interactive has executed a strategic growth plan past its Montreal headquarters, establishing and buying studios in Toronto, Seattle, the United Kingdom, and now the Netherlands. With over 1,200 workers worldwide, the firm continues to diversify its portfolio and strengthen its place in the international gaming trade.

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