Roman GłogulskiIn the gaming industry, there are many respected and beloved studios. One of them is the German studio, Piranha Bytes, which has been creating unique productions like Gothic, Risen, and Elex for over 25 years. Unfortunately, recent reports suggest that the studio may be facing the threat of closure due to the restructuring of the Embracer Group, to which it belongs.
According to information published on the German portal, GamesWirtschaft, Piranha Bytes is struggling with serious problems. Many people have been laid off, and the studio’s official website only displays the logo. Furthermore, the information about a grant of 3.2 million euros for a mysterious project codenamed WIKI6 has disappeared from the website of the German Ministry of Economy. According to plans, this project was supposed to be released no later than 2026. THQ Nordic, the company to which Piranha Bytes belongs, is currently not commenting on the future of the studio.
The emergence of this information has caused disapproval among Piranha Bytes fans. The studio holds a special place in the hearts of gamers, thanks to games like the first installment of Gothic, Gothic 2 with the Night of the Raven expansion, and the recent hit, Elex.
However, it is still unknown what exactly awaits Piranha Bytes. Will it be shut down? Will it be able to survive the crisis and continue creating exceptional games? For now, we can only wait for official statements from the studio or its owner, the Embracer Group.
FAQ
What is the Embracer Group?
The Embracer Group is a Swedish holding company that owns many studios and brands associated with the video game industry.
What is Piranha Bytes Studio?
Piranha Bytes is a German game development studio that has been in existence for over 25 years. It is best known for the Gothic, Risen, and Elex series.
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