Hyper Light studio Heart Machine lays off 'nearly everyone' after publisher deal for unannounced game falls through

Heart Machine, the studio behind Hyper Light Drifter, has laid off nearly its entire staff. Founder Alx Preston announced the decision after a publisher deal for an unannounced game fell through. The studio's future remains uncertain, with Preston stating he is unsure what steps are necessary for Heart Machine to survive. This development puts the indie developer at significant risk of closing permanently following the collapse of the critical partnership for their upcoming project.