Atari publishing label Infogrames has acquired the Surgeon Simulator intellectual property from timyBuild, the company announced.
According to the announcement, Infogrames will seek to expand distribution, potentially develop new titles or content, and explore brand and merchandising collaborations as part of a long-term plan to preserve and expand the franchise.
“More than 10 years after the release of the original, Surgeon Simulator remains a popular and unique franchise,” said Infogrames manager Geoffroy Chateauvieux im a press release. “This was a rare opportunity to acquire a game with a timeless appeal, and we are excited to have Surgeon Simulator within the Infogrames portfolio.”
Here is an overview of the franchise, via Infogrames:
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