Summary
- The development of the Steam FPS game, Fortune's Run, has been halted due to its creator, Dizzie, facing a 3-year prison sentence.
- The game is now stuck in early access, with its future uncertain.
Fans of the Steam FPS game, Fortune's Run, will be disappointed to learn that the game may remain in early access for an extended period. The game's development has been paused because its sole creator, Dizzie, has been sentenced to three years in prison. While delays in Steam game development are common, often due to financial or technical issues, Fortune's Run faces a unique challenge with its developer's incarceration.
Before this unexpected news, Fortune's Run had gained a "Very Positive" rating on Steam. Players appreciated its nostalgic art style and innovative gameplay, even though it was still in early access. However, fans will have to wait for any new updates until Dizzie is released. While other games like Half-Life 2 have overcome similar development challenges, the future of Fortune's Run remains uncertain.
Dizzie announced their prison sentence in a Steam update on January 14, explaining that the sentence would interrupt development until their release. They mentioned that the crime occurred before starting work on Fortune's Run and admitted to being "a very violent person" during that time. Although other gaming personalities, such as streamer Johnny Somali, have faced legal issues recently, a game delay due to a developer's prison sentence is unusual.
Progress on Fortune's Run Won't Continue Until Developer Is Released From Prison
Fortune's Run originally had another team member who left the project after recovering from a botched surgery and losing interest in game development. This left Dizzie as the sole developer, causing a complete halt in development during their prison term, which begins in February 2025. The game's Steam page still targets an early access exit by 2026, but meeting this goal now seems unlikely. However, games like Satisfactory have taken over five years to leave early access, suggesting that a three-year delay isn't unprecedented in the indie gaming world.
Dizzie remains optimistic about completing the game post-release from prison. In the meantime, players can continue enjoying the current version of Fortune's Run. There are also many other excellent early access shooters available on Steam that can keep fans engaged until Dizzie resumes development.
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