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A new independent game studio led by Doom developer veteran id Software has launched with initial seed funding from Sisu Game Ventures.
The game studio, named emptyvessel, will focus on developing AAA video games. Its first project will be an immersive shooter “inspired by movies, graphic novels, and games set in his dystopian sci-fi world.” This title utilizes his Unreal Engine 5.
Austin-based emptyvessel is led by CEO and game director Emanuel Palalic and COO and general manager Garrett Young, both alumni of Doom and Quake maker id Software. They have hired a team of developers who have worked on series such as “Call of Duty,'' “The Last of Us,'' “Borderlands,'' “Tomb Raider,'' “Uncharted,'' and “The Callisto Protocol,'' and employees are working remotely around the world.
The company describes itself as a “developer-first studio, founded by developers,” and says it is “departing from traditional business models to create a shared future where people and creativity are the driving force, and where the industry is driven by teams.” We aim to work together towards our vision.” Great game maker. ”
emptyvessel focuses on hiring AAA-level talent to produce “high-quality IP with more achievable scope.”
“Many game developers like me started our journey with a dream of one day bringing the world to life,” Paralick said. “We believe that by prioritizing and aligning our strengths, even small, focused teams can create AAA quality games. With emptyvessel, we are determined to change that narrative and make that dream a reality for as many developers as possible.”
Young continued, “Our industry is at a crossroads for business and talent. At emptyvessel, we take a developer-first approach to direction and execution. We understand that innovation has been led by risk-taking developers: every new IP, every billion dollar franchise. The next big hit in gaming can come from anywhere. ”
Check out the new studio teaser video below.
