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Starlight Games Emerges from Atomicom, Focuses on New Talent and IP

The newly formed Starlight Games, led by industry veterans, aims to innovate in game development while nurturing emerging talent.

  • Starlight Games, born from the transformation of Atomicom, is spearheaded by Gary Nichols and includes key figures like Nick Burcombe.
  • The studio, based in Liverpool, is developing several titles including a futuristic sports game and a sci-fi strategy game.
  • Starlight Games is emphasizing the development of new intellectual properties and fostering young talent from local universities.
  • Despite challenges in securing publisher deals, the studio remains committed to self-sustaining projects that benefit all parties involved.
  • Starlight's approach includes significant involvement in Unreal Engine projects, aiming to provide practical experience to the next generation of developers.
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