<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">Licensed games have evolved beyond 'lunchbox tie-ins' to smaller-scale spin-offs and AAA projects according to Bithell Games founder Mike Bithell.Companies licensing properties out are now seeking interesting stories in their worlds, indicating a shift from past practices.Bithell emphasizes the influence of a new generation of gamers, who once played licensed games and are now decision-makers in these companies.The maturation of developers and indie studios has enabled the creation of smaller-scale licensed games, exemplified by Bithell's recent releases.