Evil Empire’s Next Big Adventure: A Love for Dead Cells and a Dream Collaboration

The Journey of Evil Empire

Once upon a time, in the land of video games, Evil Empire was born from the smoldering ashes of a single rogue-like game—Dead Cells. This little studio formed by four superheroes (a.k.a. co-founders) was initially all about that pixelated life. While the rest of their squad at Motion Twin ventured into Windblown, they huddled around Dead Cells, crafting their dream before it took off like a rocket, rocketing them to stardom with a team that grew from a handful to an overwhelming 50!

As we chat with the charismatic duo of CEO Thomas Pfeiffer and Business Head Ben Laulan, we can’t help but wonder: does the nostalgia for their origin game still tug at their heartstrings? Spoiler: it does! They’re still lighting sparklers over their fond memories of Dead Cells, but guess what? They’re busy riding the wave of new projects!

Looking Ahead and Dreaming Big

“Yeah, we occasionally look back and go, man, that was a blast!” Laulan admits, reminiscing about the fun times they had with Dead Cells. But let’s not get it twisted; they’re charging ahead with a plethora of new ideas in their heads! They’re gearing up with a thriving live-ops division featuring titles like Brotato and are open to teaming up with other partners. It’s like they’re in a relationship with the future—committed but still nostalgic for their past.

Pfeiffer echoes this sentiment, saying, “Moving on from Dead Cells was our chance to break free and create something fresh!” With a grin, he mentions their dream to develop their own game someday! “Can you imagine? Evil Empire: The Game!” he quips. Laulan jumps in, laughing, reflecting on the oddity of their own creation supporting them. But they both nod in affirmation—moving on was a good call.

So, what’s the deal with dream collaborations? As I toss the question into the universe, they practically beam at each other. “Oh absolutely! And we’re already on it!” Laulan laughs, leaving us all on the edge of our seats. But they can’t spill the beans just yet, so stay tuned for what’s brewing behind the curtain of these indie game wizards!

With their current success and growth trajectory, they’re navigating the waters safely while still dreaming big. “We’re working on multiple games simultaneously! Just picture us juggling two or three gems at once,” Pfeiffer asserts. It’s clear that Evil Empire is all about evolving and enhancing their skills—who knows what surprises they have in store for us next!

In conclusion, while Evil Empire’s heart may always hold a soft spot for Dead Cells, their eyes are firmly locked on a shimmering horizon filled with new inspirations and imaginative collaborations. They’re poised to make their mark with a future that combines nostalgia with fresh ideas, and we can’t wait to see what they conjure up!