Originally pitched as a revolutionary “old-school” take on the modern MMORPG, Ashes of Creation captured the community’s imagination in 2017. Its Kickstarter campaign was a massive success, raising $3.27 million and far exceeding its original $750,000 goal. While the game reached Steam Early Access in late 2025, recent reviews have plummeted to “Mostly Negative” as news of the studio’s collapse began to circulate.
Addressing the community on Discord, Sharif mentioned that his next step involves a public filing, which he hopes will provide clarity on the internal power struggle. “The internet isn’t kind to patience,” Sharif remarked in response to community frustration, “but the legal process requires it. When filings become public, there will be a clearer factual record.”
This internal explosion comes as a shock to fans, especially following a “Director’s Letter” released just days ago that discussed long-term plans for tackling performance issues and cheating. At the time, the team emphasized that game development is “rarely linear” and requires a strong foundation—a foundation that now appears to have crumbled.
In related industry news, the wave of instability continues as Ubisoft reportedly proposes “voluntary” layoffs that could impact up to 200 employees at its French offices.
Source: gamesradar.com
