Heart Machine, the studio known for the success of Hyper Light Drifter, is facing tough times after a deal with a publisher for their unannounced project fell through. Studio founder Alx Preston stated that he is unsure about what the next steps for Heart Machine will be in order to survive.

In light of recent events, the studio has made the decision to lay off nearly all of its employees, raising further concerns about the future of this talented team. Before the deal fell apart, the studio was in the development stage of an unannounced game that was highly anticipated by fans.

Alx Preston added that it is challenging to find alternative plans at this moment, but he remains optimistic about the potential return of Heart Machine to the industry. Many fans hope that the studio will find a way forward and possibly continue working on their innovative projects.