Overview
- Simon Collins-Laflamme said the build he took over was barely playable, with fundamentals like camera, movement, combat, crafting, and rendering broken.
- He claims the team made the game playable and fun within weeks, a pace he contrasted with years of prior engine-focused work under Riot.
- Hypixel is prioritizing shipping features quickly, accepting technical debt for later, and embracing a lean process that cuts meetings and prototypes.
- Early access begins January 13, 2026, with a $20 price and no Steam release at launch, according to recent developer comments.
- Riot canceled development in 2025 before Collins-Laflamme reacquired Hytale in November, framing this phase as a reset aimed at regaining momentum and player feedback.