The Internet titan did not disclose details regarding the deal under which co-founders Matt Crowley and Karl Townsend and other members of the Green Throttle team are putting their skills to work for Google.
Another co-founder, Charles Huang, continues to run California-based Green Throttle, according to Google.
Huang is known for his role in creating hit music video game "Guitar Hero."
"Stick around and we'll keep you posted on the evolution of Green Throttle," the company said in a message posted at its website.
The acquisition of Green Throttle talent and technology buttressed rumors that Google is planning a video game system based on Android.
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