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Moon Studios chief Thomas Mahler argues Game Pass could have succeeded, but Xbox failed to deliver enough standout first-party hits and incentives for developers. He likens subscription models to Communism—only sustainable if content quality is consistently high—and points to Starfield as evidence of a gap between what fans want and what Xbox delivers, all amid broader studio turmoil and layoffs.
Moon Studios says No Rest for the Wicked will launch on PC and PS5 in October, with Xbox Series S and Switch 2 versions arriving later after deeper optimizations to meet the memory constraints; the team emphasizes they won’t ship a low-quality port and all current platforms will get the game.
Moon Studios’ No Rest for the Wicked is delayed for Xbox while the team prioritizes heavy optimization for Series S memory (8GB); a PS5 release is still planned for October, with Switch 2 and Series S specs requiring more work. The studio cites parity rules and memory limits as the main blockers, notes there’s no exclusivity deal, and aims to ship a solid port for console players after extensive optimization.
Moon Studios confirms No Rest for the Wicked is PS5-first this October, with Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2 versions arriving later after heavy Series S optimization; no Sony exclusivity deal is involved.
Moon Studios says No Rest for the Wicked won’t hit Xbox until after its PS5 launch because optimizing for Xbox Series S has been rough, with the studio planning to ship on all platforms eventually but not simultaneously, citing resource demands and market conditions.
Moon Studios’ grim action RPG No Rest for the Wicked has been in PC early access for two years, has sold around 1.7 million copies, and the developer says a 1.0 launch is in the works with an upcoming PS5 release teased, though no concrete timeframe is given.
Moon Studios says No Rest for the Wicked will cost $60 when Version 1.0 leaves Steam Early Access, with the game currently on a 40% off sale (about $23.99). Creative Director Thomas Mahler explains the price hike reflects a premium-title price and that early supporters deserve extra love, contrasting his approach with Baldur's Gate 3's Early Access pricing.
Moon Studios’ No Rest for the Wicked added co-op in its Together update and rode a brief free-to-play weekend surge on Steam; it’s currently 40% off but will jump to $60 at 1.0, aiming to match Baldur’s Gate 3’s final price, with a PS5 release planned after 1.0 but no timeline yet.
Moon Studios has indicated that their upcoming action-RPG Soulslike, No Rest for the Wicked, will likely be released on PlayStation 5 first due to current market conditions, with Xbox support possibly coming later. The decision is influenced by the higher sales and market share of PS5 compared to Xbox, despite the studio's history with Xbox and the size of their team. The game will eventually be available on all platforms, but not simultaneously.
Moon Studios' game No Rest for the Wicked may delay its Xbox release due to current market conditions, with the CEO indicating it might initially launch on PS5 and Switch 2, but an Xbox version is still planned for the future.
Despite recent layoffs and cancellations at Microsoft and Xbox, there are reports that Xbox and Rare are soliciting pitches from studios like Toys for Bob and Moon Studios for a new Banjo-Kazooie game, with ongoing discussions about a potential cartoon or movie adaptation.
No Rest for the Wicked, an action-RPG from Moon Studios, is now available in early access on Steam, offering the first act and side content for $32 at Fanatical or $31.31 at Green Man Gaming for XP members, with a free game included for orders over $30. The game, inspired by Diablo and Dark Souls, features a dark fantasy top-down approach and hand-drawn visuals. Early access players will receive exclusive rewards and access to future updates, with the final version set to include online co-op and competitive modes, a full story campaign, and more content on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Former Blizzard president Mike Ybarra praises Moon Studios' new action RPG, No Rest for the Wicked, for its bold direction and believes it represents where the ARPG genre needs to go to stay relevant. The game, now available in Steam Early Access, combines classic ARPG with a Soulslike flavor and aims to reinvent the genre. Despite some initial mixed reviews citing performance issues and complaints about the gear durability system, the game is expected to see improvements over time.
Moon Studios is actively addressing performance issues and progression loss bugs in their newly released game, No Rest For The Wicked, which has received mixed reviews on Steam due to various design quibbles. The developer has acknowledged the problems and is working on fixes, including addressing performance hitches, adding keybinding options, and implementing a system to address unexpected progression loss. Despite the issues, the game's solid parry mechanics and the developer's track record with the Ori games suggest that it will likely improve over time in early access.
Moon Studios' first Steam Early Access launch, No Rest for the Wicked, has received mixed reviews from players, with complaints centered around technical issues such as limited graphics settings and performance problems, as well as divisive gameplay mechanics including weapon durability, fixed camera, and limited healing options. Despite addressing concerns, the game's reception has been discordant, impacting its player numbers and word of mouth.