It has been reported that the video game studio known as Forspoken has recently closed its doors, citing the ongoing pandemic as one of the main reasons for the shut down. This news has sent shockwaves throughout the gaming industry given the highly anticipated open world action video game titled Forspoken, which was in the very early stages of development.
Forspoken Studios was founded in 2018 and were based in the United Kingdom. The company was led by CEO and Creative Director, Fiona Voss, who rose to fame with her development of the highly successful mobile game “Battle Tales”. The studio’s goal was to create a unique experience and revamp the way players interact with the world of video games.
Unfortunately, due to the ongoing pandemic and its resulting effects, the studio decided it could no longer continue its operations. In a statement released to the press, Voss said:
“We have made the difficult decision to close the studio, as the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic has made it impossible for us to continue operations. We are deeply sorry for the disappointment this will cause for our fans, supporters, and colleagues.”
The shut down of Forspoken Studios has caused a great deal of disappointment for those who were looking forward to the game’s release. Many fans had been patiently waiting for news and details about the game, but now it seems those hopes have been dashed.
Moreover, the closure of the studio has had a significant impact on the gaming industry overall. As Forspoken had a very promising outlook, it is likely that their closure will leave a void in the industry. However, Voss is still hopeful that the studio’s legacy will continue on, even after their doors have closed.
Voss is currently in talks with other gaming studios about potentially bringing the project to fruition. She is also looking for ways to ensure the legacy of Forspoken lives on, such as donating the studio’s assets to charity.
In addition, Voss is adamant that she will continue working in the gaming industry in some capacity, as she firmly believes it is her passion and her destiny. In the meantime, she will be taking a break while she reevaluates her next steps.
The closure of Forspoken Studios comes as a shock to many in the gaming industry. The studio had such a promising outlook and their shut down will leave a big gap in the industry. Despite the closure, Voss still remains hopeful that their legacy will live on, and that she will remain part of the gaming industry in some way.