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Garry Newman says companies have tried to buy Facepunch but the only reason to sell it would be for money 'and I…
Garry Newman, CEO of Facepunch Studios, stated that while the company has received acquisition offers, the primary motivation for selling would be financial gain, which has not yet been sufficient. Newman emphasized his desire for Facepunch to remain independent, inspired by Valve's approach to empowering creators and fostering careers through their platforms like Garry's Mod and the upcoming s&box.
Facepunch is 'talking to people' about a Rust movie: 'We definitely had interest'
Facepunch Studios, the developer of the survival sandbox game Rust, has confirmed they are in discussions about a potential movie adaptation. Studio founder Garry Newman expressed the need for trust in any partners involved in the project, noting the prevalence of scams in the industry. While no concrete plans are in place, the studio has received interest from various parties.
A Rust Movie Could Happen, But Dev Says Many People Are Trying To Scam Them
Facepunch Studios is in early discussions about adapting their survival game Rust into a movie, according to director and COO Alistair McFarlane. While "big-name companies" are involved, McFarlane cautioned that the process is slow and fraught with potential scams, with founder Garry Newman noting the prevalence of fraudulent parties. The studio is also considering that some companies may seek rights simply to prevent others from making the film.
Rust's new boats just got a lot more customizable, with longer days to build them
The latest Rust update, Shipshape, introduces enhanced boat customization options and extends the in-game day cycle. These changes aim to provide players with more ways to personalize their watercraft and manage their building time.
Evening Esports and Competitions
Facepunch Studios, the developer behind Rust, is sponsoring DreamHack Birmingham. This event highlights the growing connection between game development studios and the esports scene.
Slay the Spire 2 Launches, Immediately Shatters a Concurrent Player Record on Steam - IGN
Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a new concurrent player record for a roguelike on Steam during its early access launch, reaching over 177,000 players. This surpasses previous records set by Hades 2 and Mewgenics. The game is currently available on PC, with console versions expected after its full release.
