Indie Dev Behind Rime and Gylt Auctions Game Rights After Bankruptcy
Apr 11, 2025 10:56 AMTequila Works, the indie developer famous for titles like Deadlight, Rime, and Gylt, is facing bankruptcy and is auctioning off its entire portfolio, including game rights and unfinished prototypes. Listed on the auction site Escrapalia, bids will be accepted for 32 days. The most sought-after titles are Rime and Gylt, with each attracting significant interest at approximately €15.5k (£13.5k). Tequila Works also offers intriguing concepts such as The Ancient Mariner, Dungeon Tour, and Brawler Crawler, which showcase the studio's creative potential. Founded in 2009, Tequila Works recently faced challenging market conditions that led to its insolvency.
What happens to the projects Tequila Works was working on?Tequila Works has put unfinished prototypes and intellectual properties up for auction, which may allow other developers to potentially revive or rework these projects.
Tequila Works is known for its unique blend of narrative-driven gameplay and artistic style. Rime and Gylt have previously garnered attention for their captivating visuals and emotional storytelling. Gylt, originally launched as a Stadia exclusive, made its way to various platforms, earning a fanbase eager for more from the developer. The company has had a notable influence on indie game development, focusing on creativity and thematic depth.
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Stimpy commented on: 2025-04-11 11:12:07
Man, Tequila Works had such a distinct vibe—hopefully whoever picks up their projects respects their artistic vision. Those unfinished prototypes sound like they could’ve been something special if the studio had more time to cook.
Sephiroth commented on: 2025-04-11 11:06:10
It’s a shame to see such a creative studio hit hard times, but hopefully their unique IPs find new life in the right hands. The indie scene could really use more of that Tequila Works magic, even if it’s under a different banner.
