It’s official: Rock Band dev Harmonix has gone independent under the financial backing of investment firm Columbus Nova. Parent company Viacom did not disclose details of the transaction.

Viacom made its intent to sell off Harmonix public last month, following the dismal retail performance of Rock Band 3.

For those wondering, support for previously released titles will not cease as a result of the breakup. That’s according to Harmonix PR spokesperson John Drake, who chimed in on the announcement over at the company’s official forums:

“We’re excited to be returning to our roots as an independent and privately owned studio,” Drake noted. He added, “As for what it means for you, the DLC schedule marches on for Rock Band, we will continue our support of previously released titles and we’re hard at work on some unannounced projects that we think you’re going to be pumped about.”

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