Meteor Games Goes Big with New Engine License

Meteor Games, an independent stupid based in West-Hollywood California, will be tackling their first MMORPG project with a new game engine, BigWorld Technology Suite, licensed by BigWorld Pty Ltd.

"BigWorld's technology provides us with an extremely powerful and highly flexible game engine, which can be tailored to the specific needs of our upcoming MMO," said Adam Powell, CEO and creative director, Meteor Games. "More importantly, BigWorld's game engine allows us to focus on game design, gameplay innovation and overall creativity rather than core technology development, thus ensuring our new MMO delivers an experience unlike any other."

No details have been revealed of their project, but the studio's mantra is to combine web-based gaming, social networking, and traditional gameplay depth. GameDaily BIZ recently spoke with Powell about the company's approach to the MMO market – you can read about it here.

"As the creators of Neopets, Meteor Games founders Adam Powell and Donna Williams have proven themselves capable of rewriting the book on online gaming and social interactions and their next project looks to be even more unique, fun and successful," said Gavin Longhurst, Vice President of Business Development, BigWorld. "At Meteor Games, they have the talent and the leadership to carve out another seminal offering in the space, and BigWorld is proud to be the platform to build on their vision."