The uncertainty surrounding Hytale has come to an end. Hypixel has acquired the game from Riot Games, ensuring that the project, which had suffered a temporary cancellation, will continue its development. Simon Collins-Laflamme, founder of Hypixel, announced this good news through a statement published on the official website of the video game, which has recently been reactivated.
Hytale achieves its independence
The launch of Hytale will take place in early access format, with an incomplete version that will include a sandbox mode, creative mode, and mod support. Although specific details about the release date will be announced in the coming days, it has been indicated that this early access will last for several years, while Hypixel works on building the game alongside the community.
To achieve this goal, the study has rehired 30 developers and has decided to return to the original game engine. This decision comes after, under the direction of Riot Games, the project attempted to transition to a new platform that complicated its development and resulted in years of stagnation. Collins-Laflamme has stated that this new direction will facilitate the focus on creating the game, although it will delay a future console version.
The responsible parties are aware of the risks of launching an incomplete product and have called for community collaboration to help build content, report bugs, and provide feedback. “Without risk, there is no Hytale,” emphasized Collins-Laflamme, who, along with his partner Philippe Touchette, has committed to funding the game’s development for a decade, ensuring that there is no rush to reach the final version.
With Riot Games’ exit from the project, Hytale is entering a new chapter and players can expect a renewed focus on its development. It remains to be seen how these promises will materialize and how the community will react to the early access launch.
