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.