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Burnout Paradise Director’s Studio Shuts Down Following 12 Years of Service
Burnout Paradise Director’s Studio Shuts Down Following 12 Years of Service
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### Three Fields Entertainment Confronts Possible Closure Amid Layoffs

Three Fields Entertainment, an independent gaming studio based in the UK and founded by pivotal creators of the acclaimed *Burnout* franchise, has notified its entire team about the troubling possibility of job cuts as the studio faces tough challenges that could lead to a closure.

On December 3, co-founder and CEO Fiona Sperry took to LinkedIn to convey the redundancy notice issued to all staff members. This legal obligation in the UK signals the potential for layoffs ahead. In her heartfelt message, Sperry described this moment as “incredibly painful” and recognized the harsh reality confronting the studio, which is recognized for its titles like *Danger Zone* and the recently released open-world racing game *Wreckreation*.

Sperry detailed the grim financial status of Three Fields, stressing that they do not expect to see income from *Wreckreation* game sales shortly. The studio has been largely self-supporting over the year, covering all post-launch content creation. The absence of financial support or interest from their publisher, THQ Nordic, has rendered the studio unable to maintain its operations as it currently stands. “Making this choice has been incredibly painful,” Sperry reflected.

In a final attempt to rescue the studio, Sperry shared a video highlighting new features and potential future enhancements for *Wreckreation*. She conveyed a flicker of hope that by showcasing the game’s capabilities publicly, a new publisher or investor might recognize the value and back the studio’s vision. “I truly believe in the promise of this game and in the talent of the individuals who created it,” she remarked.

Despite the ambiguity, Three Fields intends to roll out a new update for *Wreckreation*, which will bring crossplay support, a highly sought-after feature from fans since the game’s launch in October. Sperry confirmed that this update would also be financed by the studio directly.

In conclusion, Sperry expressed sincere appreciation to those who have supported the studio, engaged with its games, or believed in its mission. The future of Three Fields Entertainment is still uncertain, but the team’s commitment and passion for their work are unmistakable.

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"Into the Fire: A Blend of Firefighting, Folklore, and Volcanic Island Lore in a New Adaptation of Divine Comedy"
“Into the Fire: A Blend of Firefighting, Folklore, and Volcanic Island Lore in a New Adaptation of Divine Comedy”
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When I first caught a very quick glimpse at Into the Fire, the kind of glimpse where you more just see a character design amidst a bunch of fire, I thought it was a new simulation game. A fireman sim, that kind of thing, the kind of game I’m sure exists already without needing to Google it. Into the Fire is not that at all. There is fire, and there is rescue, but there are also ancient mysteries amongst natural disasters, fiery, destructive jellyfish-esque spirits, and a tantalizing mix of science-fiction, folklore, and the supernatural.

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