Owlcat co-founder says the studio won’t turn its back on hardcore RPGs as it hits 600 employees and preps its own Mass Effect killer
Owlcat Games has expanded to 600 employees as it marks its 10th anniversary, with co-founder Alexander Mishulin confirming the studio's continued dedication to hardcore CRPGs. Mishulin stated that whilst the studio intends to explore different creative approaches to RPG design, it remains passionate about the genre and committed to creating high-quality games that reflect the team's own gaming interests and vision.
The studio is currently developing two significant titles that illustrate this creative range: The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, which borrows inspiration from Mass Effect, and Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy. Osiris Reborn marks a notable departure from Owlcat's established design template, where previous titles centred on leading state-level organisations, yet the reaffirmation of the studio's CRPG focus suggests an intention to balance innovation with the expectations of its dedicated fanbase.
- Owlcat Games reached 600 employees and reaffirmed its commitment to hardcore CRPGs despite exploring new directions
- Studio developing The Expanse: Osiris Reborn (Mass Effect-inspired) and Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy
- New titles represent creative evolution whilst maintaining focus on quality RPGs for core audience