Off The Grid Developer Gunzilla Faces Winding-Up Petitions and Contractor Payment Accusations
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Off The Grid developer Gunzilla Games is facing UK liquidation petitions and mounting accusations from contractors and vendors regarding unpaid bills and delayed wages.
The studio behind the battle royale title Off The Grid is facing serious financial turbulence. According to a detailed report by PC Gamer, Gunzilla Games has been hit with multiple legal petitions in the UK seeking enforced liquidation over unpaid bills. Court records show that 3D art production outfit The Vertex Guild and the UK tax authority HM Revenue and Customs both filed winding-up petitions against the developer. While the tax dispute was resolved after a settlement, the petition from The Vertex Guild remains active. These legal actions highlight growing concerns about the studio's cash flow and financial stability.
Beyond corporate debts, current and former workers have come forward with allegations regarding delayed compensation. Sources indicate that Gunzilla relies heavily on freelance contractors, who reportedly make up more than half of the workforce at the studio's Ukraine location. Multiple contractors, including technical animator Akhil Chinnabathini and lighting artist Marko Dijan, have publicly stated that they have faced significant payment delays. An anonymous source cited by PC Gamer claimed that some global contractors have not received payment since 2025. Furthermore, reports suggest that a marketing firm contracted by the studio in 2024 is currently owed more than $100,000.
Gunzilla CEO Vlad Korolev previously addressed wage concerns by stating that full-time employee salaries have never been delayed by more than a week, though he acknowledged that payment schedules are sometimes adjusted to accommodate company cash flow. For a project operating in the complex space of Web3 gaming and digital economies, financial transparency and reliable payroll are crucial for maintaining community trust. As players and creators watch how this situation unfolds, the core question remains whether the studio can stabilize its operations and fulfill its financial obligations to the people building its ecosystem.
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Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun