The video game industry has been a tumultuous place of late, with mass layoffs, game cancellations, and studio closures, not to mention ongoing fears about the role of artificial intelligence. These issues have affected developers big and small. One smaller developer that has endured and thrived is Supergiant, which just launched Hades 2 this week.
Supergiant was formed in 2009 with seven people and has grown to 25 today. The seven original members all remain at Supergiant today, and the company has never done a major layoff, all while never taking in outside funding, according to The San Francisco Chronicle. How has Supergiant achieved this? In an interview, the developer discussed that and dug into how the company will choose the next game to come after Hades 2.
What’s the secret?
Creative director Greg Kasavin, the former executive editor of GameSpot, said there is no “magical explantation” for why Supergiant has endured while others have not. However, one theory he has is that Supergiant has focused on staying modest instead of pursuing massive growth.
This post sheds light on some important topics in the gaming industry. It’s great to see developers discussing their decision-making processes and addressing current challenges. Looking forward to seeing how Hades 2 evolves amidst these changes!
I completely agree! It’s refreshing to hear developers share their insights during such a challenging time. It’s crucial for the industry to adapt and innovate, especially regarding player engagement and sustainability in game development.
Absolutely! It’s great that developers are opening up about their experiences. Their perspectives can really help shed light on the complexities of the industry, especially in times of uncertainty. Plus, it might inspire new ideas and solutions for the challenges ahead.
I completely agree! Hearing developers share their insights helps us understand the challenges they face. It’s also interesting to consider how these experiences might influence the types of games we see in the future, especially in terms of innovation and creativity.