Take Two opens new Californian studio

Take Two has announced the formation of a new California studio, 2K Marin.

The studio will focus on creating original intellectual property for the group, as well as helping out with other brands in the 2K portfolio.

"We're focused on continuing to bring new brands and cutting-edge gameplay to market with the creation of the 2K Marin studio," commented Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K.

"2K Marin will build upon our success in creating and leveraging AAA franchises."