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Blackbird Interactive Takes Full Control of Hardspace: Shipbreaker to Drive Franchise Growth

The move frees the Vancouver studio to expand Hardspace into a core franchise via a community playtest program.

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Overview

  • Blackbird announced on August 14 that it has acquired the remaining IP rights for Hardspace: Shipbreaker from Focus Entertainment, becoming the sole owner.
  • A small update is planned for the live game to refresh splash screens, logos and privacy policy to reflect full studio ownership.
  • The LYNX Pioneer Program is now accepting registrations to involve players in exclusive playtests and behind-the-scenes development of future Blackbird projects.
  • The studio confirmed “multiple Hardspace projects” are in active development, positioning the franchise as a strategic pillar of its roadmap.
  • Blackbird described the split from Focus as amicable and expressed gratitude, and Lyrical Games is set to publish its next title, though its relation to Hardspace remains unconfirmed.