It was announced today that Volition Studiosthe game development studio best known for the series Saints Rowhas closed its doors for good.
The firm communicated the painful decision through a post on its LinkedIn page, explaining that the closure comes due to a restructuring plan initiated by the parent company, the Embracer Group.
Closes Volition Games, which leaves us a legacy of Saints Row
According to the reconstruction of the story, Embracer Group, which aimed to consolidate its role as a leader in the video game industry, has carried out a review of its strategic and operational objectives. This review led to the decision to close Volition, as it no longer aligns with the corporate vision.
In the Linkedin post, which you can read at this link, Volition thanked fans for the support and love shown over the years. Recognizing the impact this sudden closure would have on its team, the company is committed to providing job assistance and facilitating a smooth transition for its employees.
Among the most popular titles of the studio we certainly remember the video games of the acclaimed saga Saints Row, as well as Red Factions and Agents of Mayhem.