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The gaming landscape is witnessing a poignant chapter as Studio Fizbin, the creative force behind the much-anticipated title Reignbreaker, prepares to close its doors later this month. The announcement, made via a heartfelt statement on the company’s website, reveals that operations will cease following the release of Reignbreaker on March 18th.
Reflections from Leadership
In his statement, Founder and CEO Alexander Pieper shared insights into the challenging circumstances that led to this decision. He attributed the studio’s closure to a significant shift in strategy by their parent company, Thunderful, which opted to “drastically reduce internal development” as of November 2024. Pieper noted, “The games industry is in a tough situation right now, and we’ve been affected like countless other incredible studios in recent months.”
Despite efforts to explore new projects post-Reignbreaker, Pieper lamented that none materialized, ultimately steering the studio toward this difficult conclusion. “We want to thank every single one of our fans for your purchases, your fan art, your comments, your reviews, your passion, and your seemingly endless support,” he expressed, emphasizing the deep connection the studio has fostered with its audience.
A Grateful Farewell
In his closing remarks, Pieper extended gratitude to various partners, including Medienboard, the MfG, Creative Europe, and federal funding partners, acknowledging their invaluable support throughout the studio’s journey. He also paid tribute to the dedicated team members who have contributed to Studio Fizbin’s legacy, stating, “Fizbin and its games are defined by its team members, and you all made this the most inspiring place to perform the world’s most difficult magic trick: making games.”
As the studio prepares for its final chapter, the gaming community reflects on the impact of Studio Fizbin and the creativity it brought to the industry, leaving behind a legacy that resonates with both players and developers alike.
Reignbreaker maker Studio Fizbin is closing down
The gaming landscape is witnessing a poignant chapter as Studio Fizbin, the creative force behind the much-anticipated title Reignbreaker, prepares to close its doors later this month. The announcement, made via a heartfelt statement on the company’s website, reveals that operations will cease following the release of Reignbreaker on March 18th.
Reflections from Leadership
In his statement, Founder and CEO Alexander Pieper shared insights into the challenging circumstances that led to this decision. He attributed the studio’s closure to a significant shift in strategy by their parent company, Thunderful, which opted to “drastically reduce internal development” as of November 2024. Pieper noted, “The games industry is in a tough situation right now, and we’ve been affected like countless other incredible studios in recent months.”
Despite efforts to explore new projects post-Reignbreaker, Pieper lamented that none materialized, ultimately steering the studio toward this difficult conclusion. “We want to thank every single one of our fans for your purchases, your fan art, your comments, your reviews, your passion, and your seemingly endless support,” he expressed, emphasizing the deep connection the studio has fostered with its audience.
A Grateful Farewell
In his closing remarks, Pieper extended gratitude to various partners, including Medienboard, the MfG, Creative Europe, and federal funding partners, acknowledging their invaluable support throughout the studio’s journey. He also paid tribute to the dedicated team members who have contributed to Studio Fizbin’s legacy, stating, “Fizbin and its games are defined by its team members, and you all made this the most inspiring place to perform the world’s most difficult magic trick: making games.”
As the studio prepares for its final chapter, the gaming community reflects on the impact of Studio Fizbin and the creativity it brought to the industry, leaving behind a legacy that resonates with both players and developers alike.