In a significant development for the gaming community, the long-standing partnership between Cities: Skylines developer Colossal Order and publisher Paradox Interactive has come to an end. Iceflake Studios, a Finnish subsidiary of Paradox, will now lead the development of the popular city simulation game.
According to the announcement made on Paradox’s official forums, the decision to part ways was reached mutually by the developer and publisher. While specific reasons for the breakup were not disclosed, both parties expressed optimism about the future of the Cities: Skylines franchise.
Iceflake Studios, known for its work on the post-apocalyptic game Surviving the Aftermath, will now be responsible for crafting new updates, expansions, and content packs for Cities: Skylines II, starting in 2026. Additionally, Iceflake will be in charge of bringing Skylines II to consoles, a highly anticipated move that was initially scheduled to coincide with the PC release in 2023.
This transition marks a new chapter for the Cities series, signaling a fresh direction under the guidance of Iceflake Studios. Fans can expect continued support and evolution of the city-building experience as the new developer steps into its role.
Source: Ars Technica