The game director of The Blood Of Dawnwalker explained why he quit CDPR and opened his own studio

Following the releases of The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, not all CD Projekt RED veterans remained with the company. Some chose to form Rebel Wolves, the studio behind the recently announced The Blood of Dawnwalker.

Mateusz Tomaszkiewicz, a key figure in the move, detailed his reasons for leaving CDPR. Key takeaways include:

A desire for creative independence and innovation drove the formation of Rebel Wolves with his friends. They share a passion for RPGs but envisioned pushing boundaries and exploring unconventional ideas. The difficulty in convincing a large corporation to embrace such radical changes, particularly with new intellectual property, led to the decision to establish their own studio. This carries inherent risks, unlike the more established processes of larger studios.

Rebel Wolves prioritizes strong interpersonal relationships and open communication within its smaller team. Tomaszkiewicz believes this fosters a more collaborative and agile environment, making it easier to realize creative visions and develop unique gameplay mechanics. The smaller scale allows for a more intense creative energy and a greater sense of ownership over the project.