Annapurna's Mass Resignation Leaves Control 2 Unfazed

Annapurna Interactive's mass staff resignation casts a shadow over several game projects, but some, notably Control 2 and Wanderstop, appear unaffected.

Key Projects Continue Development

While many Annapurna Interactive partners grapple with the fallout from the mass resignation, several titles have received confirmation of continued development. Remedy Entertainment, self-publishing Control 2, confirmed its development remains on track, unaffected by the publisher's internal issues. Similarly, Wanderstop developers Davey Wreden and Team Ivy Road have publicly reassured fans about the game's progress. Lushfoil Photography Sim, nearing completion, also anticipates minimal disruption. Beethoven & Dinosaur's Mixtape is also proceeding as planned.

The situation remains uncertain for other titles, including Silent Hill: Downfall, Morsels, The Lost Wild, Bounty Star, and the internally developed Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth. These projects lack public updates regarding their development status post-resignation.

Despite the turmoil, Annapurna Pictures CEO Megan Ellison affirmed her commitment to supporting partnered developers. While the future of Annapurna Interactive remains unclear, many developers express confidence in their projects' continued progress.

Annapurna Interactive's Resignation: A Summary

The entire 25-person Annapurna Interactive team resigned this month after failed negotiations concerning the studio's autonomy, following the departure of former president Nathan Gary. The team cited disagreements about the studio's future direction. Despite this setback, Annapurna Pictures intends to maintain its presence in interactive entertainment.