Shocking Announcement: Deceive Inc Developer Sweet Bandits Studios Closes Its Doors!

In a surprising turn of events, Sweet Bandits Studios, the talented team behind the unique multiplayer title Deceive Inc, has announced its closure. Co-founder and lead designer Philippe Pelletier Baribault, affectionately known as 'Baribandit,' took to the game’s forum to share the heartbreaking news, informing fans that the studio has reached its “breaking point.”

“There is no easy way to say this: The Sweet Bandits team is no more,” Baribandit stated poignantly. He explained that despite their best efforts to bring Deceive Inc to a successful state, the challenges became insurmountable, ultimately leading to the studio's demise.

Baribandit expressed his gratitude toward the gaming community, emphasizing their support throughout the journey. “The path ahead is currently being charted by our partners at Tripwire Interactive,” he added, hinting that efforts are underway to ensure that the beloved game continues to thrive post-studio closure. “We are considering options, with the goal of maintaining the game that we all love. We will share news with everyone once we have more details.”

Launched in March 2023 under the guidance of publisher Tripwire Interactive, Deceive Inc quickly garnered attention for its innovative gameplay mechanics, allowing players to take on the roles of spies and trick opponents in a thrilling setting. Sweet Bandits Studios, founded in 2016, had previously released its debut title, Coffence, in 2018, but the challenge of following up with a successful second title proved too daunting.

As fans grapple with this shocking news, the future of Deceive Inc hangs in the balance, but one thing is clear: the gaming world has lost a creative force. Will Tripwire Interactive be able to sustain the game's servers and community? Only time will tell! Stay tuned for updates as we follow this developing story closely.