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Amazing news! Digital Foundry has parted ways with IGN and we've bought their shareholding in the business. What this means is that from now on, all aspects of DF are decided upon by DF. We answer to nobody but you, the audience. We are fully independent, we’re proud of that, we think it’s the future of games media - but how far we push, how ambitious we want to be... well, that's where YOU come in. Rich, John and Alex discuss the news in this brand new episode of DF Direct.

00:00:00 Introduction

00:01:01 Digital Foundry’s change in ownership and what we want to do differently

00:07:54 Why is independence important and what does it mean?

00:13:21 We want to make a new Digital Foundry website

00:16:28 What's happening now behind the scenes?

00:18:10 Let's talk Retro

00:22:10 How we can make a difference in PC gaming

00:27:14 Concluding thoughts

Comments

Piero

Congratulations, DF gang. This sounds like a great move and I’m looking forward to see where it takes the team and the community you’ve built for the future.

Matt Larrabee

Amazing news! I just upgraded to retro supporter tier to support!!

Spoggi99

Huge congratulations on the move to full independence! 🎉 I’m genuinely excited to see what this new chapter brings for the team. Your work has been consistently outstanding and it’s amazing to see this next big step! Wishing you all the best - and here’s to an even brighter future for DF! 🥂

Sean_Baha

Such great news, it made me finally sign up to be a paid patreon. Congratulations team DF! Can we get a celebration video of Rich doing a Crazy Frog longplay now?

PeteSlater

Well done on your newly minted independence. I've been following your work since I did a little project with Eurogamer back in the mid 00s. To help celebrate, I've decided to support your work here on Patreon.

digitalfoundry

That's even more anxiety inducing than this entire process!

NixonLives

Congrats to you folks for this well earned independence! DF is such a rare gem in the current media landscape and it deserves to grow as a truly independent venture. Cheers!

QuadrupleSchmadruple

I just want you to know I just joined the patreon before I knew you are going independent. Congratulations team!! You say you want to become the place to come for quality original content. Guys, you are just that already and more. Your content is at the same time so fun and informative. I watch everything you put out and I've learned so much. All the best wishes for your independent endeavor!!

Tumbleweed

Fantastic news! Good luck, looking forward for the full fat experience of an independent DF!

Geoff Gibbs

Congratulations! But what is Andy going to talk about in the Oxventure podcast now that DF is no longer part of IGN?

Diecou

Congratulations, this is a big move that will pay off. Yes, many sites rely on SEO or outrageous headlines. But there are many of us that enjoy seeing/listening to people talking about what they are passionate about and, more importantly, that they know what they are talking about. I'm happy to be a member and supporting this.

TheAdam

Guys, this is tremendously awesome. Congrats and thanks for the ride!!!

Gaming Trucker

Very happy for the DF team now being independent, I think that is a big deal. Nice one lads

Mr Bespoke

If it wasn't for Shenmue content I woudn't of known about Digital Foundry or it's technical wealth of modern and retro day gaming analytics, news topics, history and other fun facts.

Nerd

No more shareholders for DF is the best news in gaming this year.

Woody Chang

Congratulations! And as one of the people who was introduced to DF through DF Retro, excited about the possibilities. Also, I'd love a DF Retro podcast!

BioBen

Fantastic news! We can't wait to see what projects you can work on now that DF is unchained!

SuperGario

Great news guys! This has spurred me on to join Patreon and start paying for the privilege to see your 'hot takes' even hotter off the press. Can't wait to see what the future holds for 'DF-Untethered'.

Jiminy the 26th

congratulations on being able to be independent. i sincerely hope this will be the start of a new chapter. one focused even more on quality and development. watched the video with a smile. congratulations Rich, you must be proud of how far you all have come.

Denis Pevtsov

made a Patreon account just to support you!

John Susek

There is a youtuber I started watching a lot lately - Daniel Owen @danielowentech. You might want to check him out, could be a good fit for the team.

John Nieves

This is incredible news! After the latest IGN layoffs, I actually thought about this and was hoping it would happen. So glad I somehow willed get into existence! 😛

Marcelo Vale

Just did the same! These guys have giving me so much enjoyment over the years that I had to step up and support them.

Marcelo Vale

Congrats! I'm happy you don't have to chase the infinite growth dragon that all corps fall prey to.

CaptainRev

Fantastic! Best wishes for all of you moving forward. You got this! Your unique approach to video game coverage is worth it, and I have no doubt you will be supported by the community.

erik astrom

Damn, this made me join df on patreon!

Thordreen

Cheers Guys! Couldn't be happier for you!

Kormakur Gardarsson

Had to show my support for all your fantastic work through the years and to celebrate your new found independence by signing up for your Patreon. Long live Digital Foundry!

Nick Davis

Congratulations to the team and thank you for all the information and enjoyment you've provided over the years.

Wayne Smith

Congratulations guys, looking forward to seeing how the future develops

Gordon Jeffrey

A new supporter here guys. Keep up the great work and wishing you a successful new chapter in your journey.

Matt Sides

Congrats, thank you for all the amazing work!

Nick

Couldn’t be happier for y’all. Keep up the good work. Cheers!

Markus Fischbacher

Didn't see this coming but now you got a new supporter. Loved your content since years but now I want to support your independence. It's rare especially in Europe.

James

Well done folks. Happy about this, and now supporting your excellent work!