Don't Nod Faces Tough Start in 2023, Halts Two Projects

Don't Nod, the studio behind the critically acclaimed Life is Strange series, has faced challenges in the 2024/25 financial year resulting in the temporary pause of two game projects. Their recent titles, Jusant and Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, failed to meet commercial expectations despite positive reviews. The studio's CEO expressed disappointment and emphasized the need to regroup to prioritize projects with higher potential. This development suggests a shift in their focus, with Lost Records: Bloom and Rage now expected to be prioritized after receiving positive feedback at Gamescom, and its first episodic release scheduled for February 2025.

Don't Nod paused the projects to focus resources on titles with greater commercial potential after recent releases did not achieve the financial success they anticipated.

Don't Nod is renowned for its narrative-driven games and has been a prominent player in the gaming industry since the release of Life is Strange in 2015. The studio's unique storytelling approach and character development have garnered a devoted fan base. As they navigate these recent challenges, the hope is that their upcoming projects, especially Lost Records: Bloom and Rage, will resonate well with players and reaffirm their place in the industry.