Mass Exodus: Annapurna Game Studio Disbands

Annapurna Interactive's Entire Game Division Resigns, Casting Doubt on the Future

A mass resignation has rocked Annapurna Interactive, the video game publishing arm of Annapurna Pictures. The entire staff, reportedly over 20 employees, resigned following failed negotiations with parent company Annapurna Pictures.

The Fallout at Annapurna Interactive

The resignation, spearheaded by former president Nathan Gary, stemmed from an attempt to establish Annapurna Interactive as an independent entity. These efforts ultimately failed, leading to the collective resignation.

According to Bloomberg, Gary confirmed the mass resignation, stating it was a difficult but necessary decision. The team released a joint statement echoing this sentiment.

Annapurna Pictures' Megan Ellison assured partners that ongoing projects would continue to receive support and that the company remains committed to interactive entertainment. She emphasized their focus on integrating storytelling across various media.

The impact of this event is significant. Indie developers who collaborated with Annapurna Interactive now face uncertainty regarding their agreements. Bloomberg reports developers actively seeking new contacts to clarify the situation.

Remedy Entertainment, whose Control 2 received partial funding from Annapurna Interactive, clarified via its communications director, Thomas Puha, on Twitter (X), that their agreement is with Annapurna Pictures and they are self-publishing Control 2.

Annapurna Interactive has appointed Hector Sanchez, a co-founder, as its new president. Anonymous sources cited by Bloomberg indicate Sanchez plans to honor existing contracts and replace departing staff. This appointment follows a broader restructuring announced over a week prior, including the departure of several key figures.

The future of Annapurna Interactive remains uncertain, but the company’s commitment to its existing projects and interactive entertainment is clear. For more detailed information on this reorganization, please refer to the linked article.