| masterofmystery | 04-11-2014 05:08 PM |
Pottermore & Sony end business relationship, comment on affects of PS tie-in products
Pottermore announced this week that it has ended its business relationship with Sony, which produced the Playstation tie-in games Wonderbook and through the PS Network. SnitchSeeker spoke to both Pottermore and Sony about how this will affect the site and subsequent products.
A spokesperson for Pottermore told SnitchSeeker: Quote:
We are looking to explore new partnerships that will continue to help to develop the user experience in the areas of technology, creativity and commerce.
| A representative from Sony stated to SnitchSeeker: Quote:
We will continue to sell our existing inventory of Wonderbook: Book of Spells and Wonderbook: Book of Potions, but will not produce any additional inventory. Anyone who owns Wonderbook will continue to receive customer service from Sony Computer Entertainment. Additionally, Pottermore at PlayStation Home will remain active for the foreseeable future and we will continue to provide customer support to its users.
| http://www.snitchseeker.com/gallery/..._1920x1200.png POTTERMORE CONCLUDES SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIP WITH PRIMARY COMMERCIAL PARTNER SONY
Pottermore, the digital initiative from author J.K. Rowling devoted to the world of Harry Potter, today reported the conclusion of its successful relationship with its primary commercial partner Sony.
Pottermore.com launched in 2012 and has garnered millions of registered users. Sony was involved in the site’s development, and provided both commercial and creative support.
“After working together successfully, our relationship with Sony has ended,” said Susan L. Jurevics, CEO, Pottermore. “The partnership helped create a popular and robust digital experience for Harry Potter fans around the world. Pottermore is extremely well-positioned to build upon its success and enter its next phase in its development both creatively and commercially.”
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