Microsoft Might Be Forced To Purchase Epic Games!

[mrstickball]

Chairman-Mao said:
Epic games is another company (also Valve) that I think is a tad bit over-rated but if MS purchases Epic that would be a huge hit to Sony's 3rd party and a boost to MS' 1st party.

Honestly, I think its the other way around. Epic is one of the most under-rated. Not because of their games, which are good but not great in terms of frequency. However, their Unreal Engine is what makes Epic a must-have for Microsoft.

Imagine a world where Microsoft gives out Unreal Engine as part of a SDK for free to developers. Could you imagine MS aquiring new developers by giving it in turn for exclusivity or a greater cut of royalties? MS would do insane business by that, and could screw Sony over in the process.