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.