Control 2, Wanderstop, and Mixtape remain projects unscathed by the collapse of Annapurna
Game developers working on projects with Annapurna Interactive have responded to the company's reported downfall, reassuring that many projects remain unaffected. Thomas Puha from Remedy cleared up confusion by stating their agreements for Control 2 and related TV initiatives are with Annapurna Pictures, ensuring these ventures remain safe. Remedy is self-publishing Control 2, with Annapurna solely providing financial support.
Davey Wreden, known for The Stanley Parable, confirmed that Ivy Road's new endeavor, Wanderstop, faces no disruptions. He tweeted reassurance, "Just for the folks asking, we are 100% okay. Nothing's gonna stop us from getting Wanderstop out the door very soon." This project was highlighted earlier in the year during the 2024 summer game showcases.
Beethoven & Dinosaur, creators of The Artful Escape, have indicated their upcoming game Mixtape continues as planned. They simply posted: "Appreciate all those who reached out. Mixtape continues."
Matt Newell, behind the forthcoming Lushfoil Photography Sim, shared a guarded message, suggesting the project remains unaffected as it nears completion. Newell added, "This news is definitely a loss, the Annapurna Interactive team were great to work with and gave the project a lot of love," while pledging to keep fans informed.
The fate of Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth, developed internally by Annapurna Interactive, remains uncertain following the majority of the publisher's team resigning after unsuccessful talks for independence from its parent company. According to Bloomberg sources, Hector Sanchez, president of interactive and new media, assured developers that commitments to existing contracts would be honored.
Beyond these titles, Annapurna is expected to publish an additional eight games: Skin Deep by Blendo Games, Bounty Star by Dinogod, Morsels by Furcula, We Kill Monsters by Glass Revolver, The Lost Wild by Great Ape Games, Ghost Bike by Messhof, Forever Ago by Third Shift, and To a T by Uvula.
