Sony liked LittleBigPlanet so much, they put a ring on it. Well, the company that made LBP, anyway. Sony has acquired game developer Media Molecule, who will join as part of SCE’s global development operation, SCE Worldwide Studios. Looks like their exclusive relationship has gotten permanently exclusive-r.

Media Molecule, based in Surrey, England, develops games that introduce gamers to the unique ethos of Play, Create and Share, which has revolutionized gaming longevity.

Media Molecule brings a wealth of experience and a highly talented staff into the SCE WWS family that will further strengthen the PlayStation first party studio.