The Steam FPS title, Fortune's Run, faces an extended early access period due to its creator's three-year prison sentence. This unique development halt, unlike typical delays stemming from financial or technical issues, is directly attributed to the sole developer's incarceration.
Prior to this news, Fortune's Run enjoyed positive reception on Steam, boasting a "Very Positive" rating and praise for its nostalgic art style and gameplay. However, all updates are now indefinitely postponed. While the game's future is uncertain, its potential survival mirrors other titles that persevered through lengthy development delays.
Developer Dizzie revealed the prison sentence in a January 14th Steam update. While the specific crime remains undisclosed, Dizzie acknowledged past violent behavior. This situation, though unusual in game development, highlights the unpredictable nature of the industry. The developer's previous collaborator left the project after a surgery recovery, leaving Dizzie as the sole developer before their imprisonment, beginning February 2025.
The game's projected 2026 early access exit is highly unlikely. However, considering the precedent set by games like Satisfactory, a three-year delay wouldn't be unprecedented in the indie game sphere. Dizzie expressed confidence in completing the game upon release from prison. Until then, the current version remains playable, and players can explore other excellent early access shooters on Steam.
