Fans of the Steam FPS Fortune's Run will be disappointed to learn that the game may be stuck in early access for an extended period. The game's sole developer, known as Dizzie, announced on January 14 that they have been sentenced to three years in prison, which will pause development until their release. This situation is unique, as most game delays stem from financial or technical issues, not legal ones.
Before this news, Fortune's Run had enjoyed considerable success on Steam, earning a "Very Positive" rating. Players have praised its nostalgic art style and innovative gameplay, even though it remains in early access. Unfortunately, fans will have to wait for any further updates. While other titles like Half-Life 2 have overcome development challenges, the future of Fortune's Run remains uncertain.
Dizzie did not disclose the specifics of their crime but mentioned it occurred before starting work on Fortune's Run, admitting to being "a very violent person" during that time. This case isn't isolated, as other gaming figures like streamer Johnny Somali have faced legal issues, though a prison sentence directly impacting game development is rare.
Originally, Fortune's Run had another team member, but they left the project after recovering from a botched surgery and lost interest in game development. With Dizzie as the only developer, the game's progress will halt completely during their three-year sentence, starting in February 2025. The Steam page still lists an early access exit target of 2026, but meeting this goal now seems unlikely. However, games like Satisfactory have taken over five years to leave early access, so a three-year delay isn't unprecedented in the indie gaming world.
Dizzie remains optimistic, stating they should be able to complete the game once released from prison. In the meantime, fans can continue playing the current version of Fortune's Run, and there are other excellent early access shooters on Steam to explore until Dizzie can resume work.
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