Playground Games Redmond
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- 2001
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About Playground Games Redmond
Playground Games Redmond is Microsoft's Redmond-based game development studio historically known as Turn 10 Studios. Established in 2001 under Microsoft Game Studios, it was created to develop a flagship motorsport simulation franchise for Xbox. Its first Forza Motorsport launched in 2005, beginning a series focused on automotive competition, vehicle simulation and detailed recreations of cars and racing environments.
The studio developed eight main Forza Motorsport releases between 2005 and 2023, alongside related projects such as the Windows release Forza Motorsport 6: Apex. Its work spans vehicle physics, tire simulation, photorealistic vehicle and track production, multiplayer systems and the engineering infrastructure needed to build and support large racing games. These capabilities combine game production with specialist simulation and shared technology development.
Racing development and shared technology
Beyond its own Motorsport releases, the team has contributed technology and development support to the wider Forza franchise. Its collaboration with Playground Games began with the original Forza Horizon in 2012, connecting Turn 10's simulation and engineering expertise with Playground's open-world racing development. The Redmond studio also developed proprietary engine and content-production tools used across Microsoft's racing projects.
The team's supported work includes full-cycle game development, engine engineering, co-development and production assistance. Its technology and development responsibilities extend to Playground Games' Fable, alongside continued contributions to Forza Horizon.
Organizational development
Following the 2023 Forza Motorsport release, the studio underwent staffing and production changes. Microsoft Gaming's July 2025 restructuring reduced the team, and active post-launch content development for that game ended as personnel shifted toward collaborative development with Playground Games.
In September 2026, Microsoft announced Turn 10's integration into Playground Games under the operational name Playground Games Redmond. The Redmond team remains active within Microsoft's gaming organization, while its established Turn 10 website and public branding continue to be used.
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Leadership transition
Co-founder Dan Greenawalt retired in late October 2026 after nearly 27 years at Microsoft. The report identifies Trevor Williams as Playground Games' studio head and Michel Bastien as COO following the integration.
Production tools and collaboration
The proprietary Fuel editor enables multiple artists to work concurrently on track and car assets. ForzaTech combines vehicle dynamics, complex tire modeling and advanced graphics pipelines.
The collaboration with Playground Games has included sharing engine architecture, audio assets and design mentorship across the Horizon series.
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Where Playground Games Redmond is based
- One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052, USARedmond, Washington, United States
Redmond Studio
HeadquartersPrimary operating base of Playground Games Redmond, formerly Turn 10 Studios, on Microsoft's Redmond campus.
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