NetEase Shuts Down Studio Led By Former WoW Designer After Two Years

NetEase, the renowned gaming company, has announced the closure of the studio led by former World of Warcraft designer, Greg Street. The MMO studio, known as Fantastic Pixel Castle, was founded in 2023 and unfortunately will shut down on November 17, just two years after its inception.

This news comes as a surprise to many in the gaming industry, especially considering Street’s influential work on World of Warcraft and League of Legends. The studio was expected to release exciting new games, but it seems that funding issues have led to its untimely demise.

NetEase’s decision to shut down Fantastic Pixel Castle has left many fans and employees disappointed. The studio’s closure marks the end of an era for Street and his team, who had worked tirelessly to create innovative gaming experiences.

Despite this setback, Street remains a respected figure in the gaming community, and it’s likely that he will continue to make valuable contributions to the industry in the future. As for NetEase, the company will surely move forward with new projects and opportunities in the ever-evolving world of gaming.