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Report: Sleeping Dogs developer United Front closes its doors

United Front Games, the Canadian studio behind Sleeping Dogs, ModNation Racers, and Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, has seemingly shut up shop.

Chris Kerr, News Editor

October 18, 2016

1 Min Read

Newsbrief: United Front Games, the Canadian studio behind Sleeping Dogs, ModNation Racers, and Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, has seemingly shut up shop. 

Although the news has yet to be officially confirmed by the studio, tweets from employees -- including producer Jen Timms -- lamenting United Front's closure suggest the developer is no more.

More evidence can be found over on the Steam store, where United Front's latest release Smash+Grab has been pulled from sale. 

We've reached out to United Front for more information. 

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Chris Kerr

News Editor, GameDeveloper.com

Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.

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