Big Ant Studios CEO Ross Symons.
Aussie game designer Big Ant Studios has been acquired by French gaming publisher Nacon, in a whopping $55 million (€35 million) deal that founder Ross Symons says could put the Aussie industry on the map.
Founded in 2001, Melbourne-based Big Ant is one of Australia’s oldest independent game developers, best known for its sports games, including those featuring tennis, cricket, the AFL and rugby league.
After the acquisition, Symons will stay on as chief executive. Speaking to
SmartCompany, he says he’s not going to take much time out to rest and reflect on his success.