Hypernova Interactive, the Indian Studio Behind Gangster Game ‘Mayanagari’ Has Reportedly Shutdown; Co Founder Responds
Indian game development studio Hypernova Interactive has been part of the industry for the last nine years. Since 2020, the studio has been working on its main project, Mayanagari, an “open-world gangster game.” According to the pitch of the game, it aims to give players the experience of rising through the ranks in the streets of India. This interesting theme is what helped the game gain popularity.
However, for years, players have inquired about a release date or timeline with little to no success. In the meantime, the studio has showcased a demo of the game at all the notable gaming conferences across the country, including IGDC, India Gaming Show, and beyond, which was a cause for concern. Now, according to the latest information online, Mayanagri’s launch may not be on the cards anymore. Here is everything we know about the development studio Hypernova Interactive and more.
Hypernova Interactive Shut Down?
Indian games market analyst Rishi Alwani recently posted on Threads outlining that the Mayanagari developer had shut shop. As part of the shutdown, the thread noted that Hypernova Interactive had let off all its employees. Moreover, it has been claimed that “one of the co-founders” has also moved on to their next venture with another development studio.The inability to “sustain development costs or raise funding” seems to be the reason for the closure.
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Hypernova Interactive Co-Founder Responds
IGN India contacted Hypernova Interactive for a statement. Mayur Bhimjiyani, the Co-Founder and Studio Head, responded with a cryptic message, “Picture abhi baki hai!” suggesting that the story is far from over.Our last update on Mayanagari came through our series “Games Made in India.” In the interview episode with Hypernova Interactive, the team shared insights about the game’s inspirations, optimization for lower-end devices, monetization strategy, and more. You can check the complete video below.
With many fans eagerly awaiting the game, the potential truth of this information could lead to disappointment. We will update the story if and when new developments emerge around Hypernova Interactive and Mayanagari.
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