November 2009: Sledgehammer Games founded
While Sledgehammer Games might not be a household name, I’m willing to bet that for many of you, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is. But…wait. Infinity Ward developed MW3, right? Their name is on the box, right? Well if you look closely, you’ll see that Sledgehammer Games is too.
October 13, 2009: Brütal Legend released
As with any sector of the entertainment industry, the video game community has seen its share of failures. But sometimes failure does not prevent a game for being beloved despite its flaws. Take for instance, Brütal Legend, the property of Double Fine and EA, which was released four years ago today. Here was a game that had everything going for it — plenty of money behind it and advertising in front of it, a cast of actors and musicians to die for, and a unique look that was bound to attract players. On the flip side of that happy coin, however, the game was mired in development and publishing conflicts. Continue reading Today in Gaming History: 10/13/2013
