Xbox pays far less than $400 million for Kojima's PHYSINT
Xbox reportedly secured Hideo Kojima's new game, PHYSINT, for a significantly lower amount than the $400 million figure that was widely rumored. Two sources with direct knowledge of the deal say the actual investment is much less than the number Sony was expected to pay before it dropped the project. Xbox's agreement is said to also cover related film and TV rights.
- Xbox's PHYSINT deal is below $400 million
- Sources confirm Sony's original deal was far higher
- Kojima's agreement includes movie and TV licenses
- Xbox is prioritizing spending amid recent layoffs
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