developer Arkane Studios is working with 2K Marin on the upcoming, the independent French-headquartered studio revealed on its website Including 2K Marin itself, the primary developer on the game, Arkane is the fourth studio known to be contributing to the sequel; 2K Australia is co-developing the game, as it did with 2K Boston for the original, and Digital Extremes is handling the multiplayer component.Specifically, Arkane, which has its headquarters in Lyon, France and a satellite studio in Austin, Texas, is said to be collaborating "in the areas of design, animation, and art." A statement on the company's website indicated: "We're excited about this game, which underscores Arkane Studios' core values."producer Alyssa Finley of 2K Marin also commented on the partnership: "In the past we've been working closely with 2K Australia for our tech needs and Digital Extremes for our robust multiplayer experience. Today I'm proud to say that we've added another important developer to the mix.""Under the direction and leadership of 2K Marin, Arkane is assisting in the creation of levels that embody the aesthetic and gameplay ideals that makesuch a unique and exciting experience."Arkane's design roots are not dissimilar to those of. The originalwas to a great extent born out of the lineage of Looking Glass Studios'and 2K Boston's (nee Irrational Games) own. Arkane has always cited Looking Glass' first-person works as primary influences, and itsandhave been first-person genre-blending games as well.is planned to release this fall for PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3.