League Of Geeks, the Australian developers known for creating fantasy strategy games such as Armello and Solium Infernum, have announced that they are going “into hibernation.” This decision comes after over 13 years of being an independent studio and facing the harsh economic realities of the gaming industry. The team has decided to take an extended break, with no clear timeline for when or if they will return to game development.
Despite receiving positive reviews for their game Solium Infernum, League Of Geeks has stated that the sales were not strong enough to support further development or DLC. This, combined with the challenges faced by their previous game Jumplight Odyssey, which did not receive the necessary investment to continue development, has led to the studio’s decision to go into hibernation. This is a significant blow for a studio that once had high hopes for the future.
The troubles for League Of Geeks began back in 2023, when they had to halt development on Jumplight Odyssey and lay off half of their staff. Rising operating costs, a weak Australian dollar, and poor sales were cited as reasons for these drastic measures. The focus then shifted to the release of Solium Infernum as a final attempt to secure the studio’s future. Unfortunately, this was not enough to turn things around for League Of Geeks.
As the remaining staff members prepare to take a break, the future of League Of Geeks remains uncertain. The studio has expressed pride in their achievements over the years, but the challenges of the industry have proven too difficult to overcome. It is unclear whether they will be able to come back from this hibernation period and continue creating games that capture the imagination of players.
The fall of League Of Geeks serves as a cautionary tale for independent developers in the gaming industry. Despite their talent and dedication, even established studios can struggle to stay afloat in a rapidly changing market. As fans of their games, we can only hope that League Of Geeks will find a way to overcome this setback and return stronger than ever.
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