Studio Led by Mass Effect Trilogy Director Fails to Stand The Test of Time. Humanoid Origin Was Working on Story-Driven Sci-Fi Game

As a lifelong gamer and a passionate enthusiast of the science fiction genre, I can’t help but feel a mix of disappointment and frustration upon hearing about the shutdown of Humanoid Origin Studio. Having grown up playing games like Mass Effect and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, I was eagerly anticipating their next project set in a new science-fiction universe.


In 2021, Casey Hudson, who previously led BioWare as CEO and directed the original Mass Effect trilogy and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, unveiled Humanoid Origin studio. Shortly after, Humanoid Origin team revealed they were developing a top-tier game within a sci-fi universe. Sadly, recent news indicates that they won’t be able to complete this project.

The studio published a LinkedIn post announcing the shutdown of Humanoid Origin. The decision is explained as being a result of insufficient funds to enable further functioning.

Today, I’m disheartened to share some disappointing news with our team: Humanoid Origin is closing. Despite our best attempts to safeguard the studio from the larger industry hurdles, an unforeseen gap in financial support has made it impossible for us to keep the studio running.

It’s deeply disappointing that we won’t finish crafting our fresh sci-fi world. Right now, though, our priority lies with our team members, and we’re dedicated to helping them find their footing in new jobs.

During our shared journey, the team made remarkable strides, proving that one can accomplish extraordinary feats in an atmosphere brimming with joy and innovation. We express our gratitude for their skills, bravery, and camaraderie.

As a gaming enthusiast, I can’t help but notice the tough times faced by some studios during 2023 and 2024, including the unfortunate shutdown of one that developed a game I loved – Helldivers 2. Recently, the developers have openly expressed their concerns about the challenging state of our cherished gaming industry. However, according to the leader of the team behind The Witcher, these hardships stem from an overabundance of games in the market and are a ripple effect of the pandemic.

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Studio Led by Mass Effect Trilogy Director Fails to Stand The Test of Time. Humanoid Origin Was Working on Story-Driven Sci-Fi Game

Author: Martin Bukowski

A graduate with a degree in Electronics and Telecommunications from the Gdańsk University of Technology, who has devoted his life to video games, can trace his passion for these digital worlds back to his childhood. He would often find himself immersed in the mystical environment of Gothic’s Valley of Mines or grinding for gold in League of Legends. Fast forward two decades, and games continue to captivate him just as they did then. Among his all-time favorites are the Persona series and From Software’s soulslike titles. He prefers PC gaming over consoles and in his free time, he moonlights as a translator, works on his debut game, or relaxes by watching movies and animated series.

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2024-11-26 14:31