Compulsion Games Exits Microsoft Ecosystem to Reclaim Independence and IP Rights

By Chris Scullion · Video Games Chronicle · 2026-08-20

Video Games Chronicle reports that Compulsion Games has finalized a management buyout to separate from Xbox following a massive internal reorganization at the tech giant. The Montreal-based developer managed to secure the rights to its entire portfolio, including the upcoming Sou

Video Games Chronicle reports that Compulsion Games has finalized a management buyout to separate from Xbox following a massive internal reorganization at the tech giant. The Montreal-based developer managed to secure the rights to its entire portfolio, including the upcoming Sou