In June 2025, Riot Games canceled Hytale. For months, the project seemed dead. But on November 17, 2025, distinct hope returned.
"We Did It"
Original founder Simon Collins-Laflamme broke the silence with a historic announcement:
"We did it. Hytale is saved. We have acquired Hytale from Riot Games. Huge thanks to Riot for working with me... Hytale and Hypixel Studios are independent again, and we are returning to the original vision."
The Buyback Details
- Independence: The studio operates autonomously once again.
- Commitment: Collins-Laflamme pledged personal funding for "the next 10 years" of development.
- Re-hiring: Over 30 original developers returned immediately to prepare the Jan 2026 build.
This isn't just a game launch; it's one of the most significant preservation stories in modern gaming history.
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