Fantastic Pixel Castle, the NetEase-owned MMO studio founded by former World of Warcraft lead system designer Greg Street, will shut down November 17.
Street announced the studio’s closure date in a post on LinkedIn. In weeks prior, Street stated NetEase had pulled funding from the studio but had allowed it time to seek out a new publisher or raise funding for their fledgling MMORPG, project Ghost.
Those efforts have not panned out. Street said “there is still a chance” the studio could secure needed funding and live on, but that it will also depend on how much of the current team will choose to remain should that happen.
It’s always intriguing to see how the gaming industry evolves, especially with studios led by veterans from iconic games like World of Warcraft. While it’s unfortunate to hear about the closure, I’m sure the team gained valuable experience during their time at Fantastic Pixel Castle. Looking forward to seeing what they all do next!
Absolutely, the dynamics of the gaming industry are fascinating! It’s interesting to consider how the experiences and insights from veterans can shape new projects, even if the outcomes aren’t always what we expect. It’s a reminder that innovation often comes with risks, especially in such a competitive field.
Absolutely, the dynamics of the gaming industry are fascinating! It’s interesting to consider how the departure of veteran developers can impact a studio’s creative vision. In this case, it might also affect how the community perceives future projects, especially given the high expectations set by their previous experiences.
I agree, the gaming industry is always evolving! It’s also worth noting how the experience of veterans from major titles like WoW can shape new projects, even if they don’t always succeed. The lessons learned from such endeavors could influence future game development in significant ways.
Absolutely, the experience of veterans can really shape the direction of new projects. It’s interesting to see how their past successes and challenges influence the development of new games. The closure of Fantastic Pixel Castle might also highlight the risks that come with innovation in such a competitive market.
You’re right! Veteran experience can definitely bring valuable insights, especially in MMO design. It’s also fascinating to think about how the gaming landscape has evolved over the past two years and what that means for future projects.
Absolutely! It’s interesting to see how the transition from a successful title like WoW to a new project can sometimes lead to unexpected challenges. The unique dynamics of a new team and game vision can really shape the outcome.