Following the releases of The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, not all CD Projekt RED veterans remained with the company. Some chose to form Rebel Wolves, the studio behind the recently announced The Blood of Dawnwalker.
Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz, a key figure in the departure, detailed his reasons for leaving CDPR. Key takeaways include:
A desire for creative independence and innovation fueled the formation of Rebel Wolves with his friends. Their shared passion for RPGs, combined with a belief in pushing the boundaries of the genre, led to the development of unconventional ideas. The difficulty in convincing a large corporation to embrace such novel concepts and untested intellectual property ultimately led to the decision to establish their own studio.
This independent approach carries inherent risks. However, Tomaszkiewicz highlights the advantages of a smaller team: enhanced communication, streamlined vision alignment, and a more readily ignited creative spark, allowing for the development of unique gameplay mechanics. The collaborative, close-knit nature of Rebel Wolves fosters a distinct work environment compared to larger studios.
