Moon Studios Shuts Down Rumours of a Third Ori Game
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Moon Studios CEO Thomas Maher has confirmed that rumors of a third Ori game are completely false, as the developer focuses fully on the upcoming 1.0 release of No Rest for the Wicked.
Moon Studios has officially put to rest any speculation about a third entry in the Ori platforming series. As reported by Eurogamer, studio CEO Thomas Maher took to social media to call the circulating rumors absolute nonsense. While fans on forums and community spaces have spent recent months hoping for a return to the beloved Metroidvania franchise, the development team is entirely focused elsewhere.
The studio has shifted its full attention to No Rest for the Wicked, an action-RPG that launched into Early Access back in 2024. Despite a rocky initial release, the team has spent the last two years steadily rebuilding goodwill through consistent updates and community feedback. That title is now gearing up for its official 1.0 launch this October for PC and PlayStation 5, complete with a fresh score from returning Ori composer Gareth Coker.
For players who fell in love with the emotional storytelling and tight movement of Blind Forest and Will of the Wisps, the end of the line for Ori is bittersweet. However, watching Moon Studios pour its creative energy into a brand new IP shows a commitment to growth and fresh experiences. As digital economies, live service roadmaps, and continuous updates dominate modern gaming, seeing a studio commit fully to shaping a new world on its own terms is a refreshing pivot.
Tags: Moon Studios, Ori, No Rest for the Wicked, Action RPG, Indie Games
Original article: Eurogamer