As a devoted follower of 11 Bit Studios, it’s always a bittersweet moment when we hear about game cancellations. However, with Project 8, the news is particularly poignant. Having played and admired their previous works, I had high expectations for this console-centric title. The team’s bold vision was indeed intriguing, but it seems the market conditions have shifted since its conception.
11 Bit Studios has unfortunately scrapped Project 8, their video game primarily designed for consoles which they started working on approximately in 2018. By September 2024, a total of 37 team members had been part of this project’s development.
In a statement, President Przemysław Marszał expressed that our initial concept for Project 8, designed as our inaugural game targeted at console gamers, was daring and full of promise. However, it was developed during a time when the market conditions were significantly different, with narrative-focused, story-rich games being more popular.
The team attributed some of the game’s problems to COVID-19, which led to delays that eventually piled up and increased the project’s expenses. As they reached the latest milestone for Project 8, they discovered that unresolved issues and difficulties would require more development time. They grew uncertain about delivering the game within a reasonable timeframe and at a good quality level. Consequently, the project was terminated.
Due to the termination of Project 8, an unspecified amount of developers may face job losses; however, some staff members might be given chances to shift their focus to ongoing projects instead.
11 Bit Studios recently launched their newest strategy game, Frostpunk 2, in September. At The Game Awards 2024, it was recognized as the Best Strategy Game. Additionally, this year’s ceremony established a new award category, “Game Changer,” which was given to Amir Satvat for his efforts in helping displaced game developers secure jobs at other companies throughout the past year.
In our review of Frostpunk 2, we found that the tough gameplay created an engaging experience, even though it presents a rather pessimistic perspective on human nature.
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2024-12-19 19:08