The Chinese Room's Bold Move: Regaining Independence and Embracing Original IPs
In a significant turn of events, acclaimed British indie studio The Chinese Room has regained its independence from Sumo Digital through a management buyout. Known for its innovative titles like Dear Esther and Everybodys Gone to Rapture, the studio is now poised to explore new creative horizons with two original intellectual properties (IPs) in development.
Under the leadership of director Ed Daly, The Chinese Room aims to not only create original content but also collaborate with other studios that align with their vision. This move is seen as a vital step for the British gaming industry, which is rich in creative talent but often at risk of being overshadowed by larger overseas corporations. As Spike Laurie from Hiro Capital noted, nurturing local talent is essential for maintaining the UKs reputation in the global gaming market.
As The Chinese Room embarks on this exciting new chapter, it raises an intriguing question: how will their newfound independence influence the landscape of indie gaming in the UK? The future looks bright for this creative force, and we cant wait to see what they bring to the table.
Original source: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/still-wakes-the-deep-studio-the-chinese-room-regains-independence-working-on-2-original-ips/