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Wheel of Time’ Expands Into Gaming With AAA Open-World RPG

iwot Studios launches iwot Games to develop an ambitious role-playing game covering the entire series, led by industry veteran Craig Alexander.

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Overview

  • iwot Studios announced the development of a AAA open-world RPG based on Robert Jordan's 'The Wheel of Time' series, marking its expansion into gaming.
  • The new game, developed by the Montreal-based iwot Games division, aims to adapt the complete lore of the 14-book series and its backstory into a single immersive experience.
  • Craig Alexander, a seasoned developer with experience on 'The Lord of the Rings Online' and 'Dungeons & Dragons Online,' will lead the project.
  • The studio plans a three-year development timeline, targeting a release on PC and consoles, as part of its broader transmedia strategy across TV, film, and gaming.
  • This initiative builds on iwot Studios’ existing projects, including the Amazon Prime Video series (now in its third season) and the upcoming 'Age of Legends' feature film.