Microsoft acquires Havok physics engine from Intel
 

After being acquired by Intel eight years ago, Havok is changing hands once more. Microsoft announced that it's purchased the 3D physics software provider from Intel today. Redmond says the acquisition puts another arrow in its quiver of tools for game development, alongside DirectX, Visual Studio, and Azure.

For the uninitiated, Havok is the physics engine beneath a huge range of titles, including Half-Life 2 , Assassin's Creed , Call of Duty , Halo , and ...

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