The Collective, Inc. and Backbone Entertainment announced their intention to merge, forming the largest independent developer in North America, Foundation 9 Entertainment, Inc. The new company's labels have developed more than 250 titles, including more than 50 in 2004 alone. The company employs more than 300 employees in North America, and has offices in Los Angeles, Newport Beach, the San Francisco Bay Area, Vancouver, and Boston. Check full article for details.