Annapurna Interactive's mass staff resignation casts a shadow over several game projects, but some, including highly anticipated titles, appear unaffected.
Key Projects Proceeding Despite Resignations
The recent exodus at Annapurna Interactive sparked concerns about the fate of numerous games in development. However, several developers have confirmed their projects are continuing.
Remedy Entertainment, developer of Control 2, announced their agreement is with Annapurna Pictures and that Control 2's development and launch remain on schedule. Similarly, Wanderstop developers Davey Wreden and Team Ivy Road have assured fans the project is progressing without interruption. Matt Newell's Lushfoil Photography Sim, nearing completion, also seems unaffected, though the team acknowledges the loss of collaboration with Annapurna Interactive. Beethoven & Dinosaur, creators of The Artful Escape, confirmed their upcoming title, Mixtape, is still in development.
Uncertainty Remains for Other Projects
Conversely, the status of other games remains unclear. Developers of titles such as No Code's Silent Hill: Downfall, Furcula's Morsels, Great Ape Games' The Lost Wild, Dinogod's Bounty Star, and Annapurna Interactive's internal project, Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth, have yet to provide updates.
Annapurna Pictures CEO Megan Ellison has pledged continued support for its developer partners. While many developers express optimism, the full impact of the mass resignation on the gaming landscape remains to be seen.
Annapurna Interactive's Resignation and Future Plans
The entire 25-person team at Annapurna Interactive resigned this month due to disagreements over the studio's future direction, following the departure of former president Nathan Gary. Despite this setback, Annapurna Pictures is committed to its interactive entertainment ventures.
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