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Funko Announces Their Going To Start Making Video Games!

To close out their time at San Diego Comic-Con, Funko has announced that they have teamed up with the development team 10:10 Games to enter the video game market! The first game from this co-production will be a AAA Action Platformer planned to release in 2023. Led by video game developer and five-time BAFTA award winner Jon Burton.

“Creating iconic products that emotionally connect fans to their favorite fandoms is critical to each product portfolio decision. By partnering with 10:10 Games and utilizing the best creators in the business, we will have the talent to deliver games that reflect Funko’s unique look and feel across its lines and varied products,” said Andrew Perlmutter, CEO of Funko.

“Funko is an iconic brand that truly understands the ingredients it takes to develop a world class video game. 10:10 Games is thrilled to bring to life a new experience for their fans and video gamers alike,” said Arthur Parsons, Design Director for 10:10 Games.

Funko and 10:10 Games will focus on developing AAA content for current and next-gen consoles, including PC, with the still-untitled release. At the panel, the executive team shared that this first game, in addition to being an action platformer, will have major third-party studio integration and is expected to have a “T” for teen rating.