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Developers of Dead Cells Share Exciting Update for the Game's Future

Motion Twin and Evil Empire provide a glimpse into the future of Dead Cells and potential upcoming expansions.
Developers of Dead Cells Share Exciting Update for the Game's Future

Highlights

  • Dead Cells developers announce a shift away from providing post-launch updates, marking the end of continuous support for the game.
  • Motion Twin and Evil Empire express their gratitude to the dedicated Dead Cells community and hint at potential future projects and developments.
  • The enduring success and ongoing evolution of Dead Cells, including crossovers and updates, solidify its status as a timeless classic in the genre.

The team behind the popular roguelike game Dead Cells has revealed that they will no longer be delivering post-launch updates for the game. Over the years, Dead Cells has received multiple updates and add-ons, ensuring that the game remained a staple on players' playlists long after its initial release.

Initially launched in 2018 on PC after a period in Steam's Early Access program, Dead Cells underwent refinement of its action platformer gameplay by developer Motion Twin. Following its full release on PC and subsequent availability on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PS4, and mobile platforms, Dead Cells swiftly ascended the ranks of the best action roguelike games. Since 2018, the game has been enriched by both free and paid expansions, developed by the original team at Motion Twin and its offshoot studio, Evil Empire.

Transition from Post-Release Support

Motion Twin announced on the official Dead Cells Steam page that the current update for the game on PC and consoles, Update 35, would be the final one. This decision also applies to the mobile editions of Dead Cells, which are still awaiting the release of Update 34 in 2024. In their announcement, Motion Twin expressed their gratitude to the game's millions of players for their support and enthusiasm, assuring fans that there will be alternative ways to engage with Dead Cells beyond the game itself. The announcement alluded to the ongoing production of a Dead Cells animated series, the development of a board game adaptation, and more. Furthermore, Motion Twin hinted at potential crossovers involving the Beheaded, the player character in Dead Cells, with other media in the future. As they focus on their current project, Windblown, Motion Twin is exploring solutions to address issues such as bug fixes and other technical matters across all platforms.

Evil Empire, a co-developer of Dead Cells since 2019, corroborated Motion Twin's announcement, releasing a statement via their official Twitter account. They extended their thanks to the Dead Cells community for their support and feedback, and expressed gratitude to Motion Twin for entrusting them with the game for an extended period. Established in 2019 to assist in the development of expansions for Dead Cells, such as the Return to Castlevania DLC, Evil Empire will now focus on the creation of new, undisclosed original titles in the absence of post-release support for Dead Cells.

The journey of Dead Cells and its remarkable endurance is truly unique. While it's not uncommon for an indie game from a small team to achieve success, Motion Twin's decision to establish an entirely new studio solely to maintain support for Dead Cells while pursuing new ventures is extraordinary. The continuous additions and updates, especially the crossovers like Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania, have significantly prolonged the game's relevance and solidified its status as a classic within its genre.

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