In a notable development within the gaming industry, a new studio has emerged from the shadows of the acclaimed Disco Elysium, bringing together a talented ensemble of former developers. This initiative, named Summer Eternal, is not just another studio; it is an ambitious, crowd-funded artist’s collective that aims to carve out a unique space in the gaming landscape.
Key Players in Summer Eternal
The collective has already revealed a lineup of heavyweights who played pivotal roles in the creation of Disco Elysium and its ill-fated sequel. The current roster includes:
- Argo Tuulik, a writer who contributed to Disco Elysium as well as its canceled sequel and expansion.
- Dora Klindžić, another writer involved in Disco’s canceled expansion.
- Lenval Brown, the voice behind the narration in The Final Cut.
- Anastasia Ivanova, a former concept artist at ZA/UM.
- Michael Oswell, who served as a graphic designer at ZA/UM.
- Olga Moskvina, a writer on Disco Elysium, now lending her expertise as a narrative consultant for Summer Eternal.
This impressive assembly of talent sets Summer Eternal apart from other recently announced successors to Disco Elysium, such as Longdue and Dark Math, which have yet to disclose their team members from ZA/UM. Furthermore, Summer Eternal distinguishes itself through its innovative messaging and organizational structure. The studio proudly identifies as an artist collective with a manifesto, emphasizing a collaborative and creative approach to game development.
Engagement with the community is also a priority for Summer Eternal. The studio encourages potential supporters to follow their journey on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram, and to subscribe to their newsletter. In a light-hearted tone, they promise, “We’ll try to only send you content written by BAFTA-winning writers.” With a crowdfunding campaign on the horizon, Summer Eternal is poised to make waves in the gaming world, inviting fans and supporters to join them on this exciting new venture.
