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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.

Why it mattersClarifying the cost addresses questions about whether Xbox's recent staff cuts funded a single major deal. It reflects broader concerns about rising development budgets and spending discipline at major gaming companies.

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Windows CentralNo, Xbox didn't pay $400 million for Hideo Kojima's 'PHYSINT'7:11 PM →WccftechSony Reportedly Balked at PHYSINT’s Ballooning Budget, but Xbox Scooped up Kojima for Far Less than the Reported $400 Million4:00 PM →
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