The Return of ARPG Legends
After the recent excitement surrounding Diablo 4 and its expansion, the ARPG scene is buzzing with energy. Enter Moon Beast Productions, a development studio comprised of veterans from the original Diablo games, who have just secured a whopping $4.5 million in seed funding. With aspirations set on rekindling the magic that made those early titles unforgettable, they are ready to take action RPGs in fresh and innovative directions.
Founders of Legend
The studio’s team is an all-star cast featuring Erich Schaefer, the lead designer of Diablo 1, alongside CEO Phil Shenk and President Peter Hu, known for their impressive contributions to Diablo 2 and other notable ARPG franchises, including Torchlight and Hellgate: London. Their rich history defends the promise that they won’t just be rehashing old ideas; instead, they’re poised to explore uncharted territory within the ARPG genre.
A Promising Future for ARPGs
Thanks to investments from notable sources like 1AM Gaming and a round-up of angel investors, including the likes of Zynga founder Mark Pincus, Moon Beast has their footing firmly planted for success. Their commitment to exploring new trajectories in action RPGs could lead to innovations in gameplay mechanics and storytelling. As the gaming landscape evolves, it’s time for veterans to show us that there’s still room to grow within the genre that started it all.
