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RNF # 40 “From Heartbreak to Hope: The Unfinished Story of Hytale”
Discover the captivating rise, fall, and potential rebirth of Hytale, the ambitious voxel-based game once hailed as Minecraft’s spiritual successor, in this week's Realm News Flash. Hosted by The Dark Lord, this episode dives deep into Hytale's origins with Hypixel Studios, its tumultuous journey under Riot Games, the heartbreaking cancellation, and the glimmer of hope for revival fueled by gaming legends like Simon Collins-Laflamme and ConcernedApe of Stardew Valley fame. Explore the passionate community's reactions, the devastating impact of scope creep, and the relentless efforts to save a game that captured millions of hearts worldwide.
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