Reef Creative Group Acquires Stake in Bitmap Bureau

Reef Creative Group Acquires Stake in Bitmap Bureau

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18 March 2024 14:24

Reef Creative Group has acquired a 70% stake in the UK-based game studio Bitmap Bureau. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Southhampton, Bitmap Bureau is led by Matthew Cope and Mike Tucker. The studio has developed games including 88 Heroes, Ninja Shodown, and Battle Axe. Reef Entertainment, a subsidiary of Reef Creative Group, is collaborating with Bitmap Bureau on the development of two undisclosed titles.

Bitmap Bureau technical director Matt Cope stated "Working as part of the Reef Creative Group gives us access to the funding, administration and publishing support we need to expand, study and concentrate on making the best retro titles out there for gamers everywhere."

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