Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Studio Camelia Closes, Cancels Alzara Amid Gaming Crisis

6/20/2025

50 11

Summary

Story summary

Studio Camelia has sadly shut its doors, announcing the cancellation of its indie JRPG, Alzara Radiant Echoes, after struggling to secure funding despite raising nearly €300,000 on Kickstarter. This closure underscores a troubling trend in the gaming industry, marked by over 20,000 job losses and dwindling investor confidence.

1 of 1

Story summary

Studio Camelia has sadly shut its doors, announcing the cancellation of its indie JRPG, Alzara Radiant Echoes, after struggling to secure funding despite raising nearly €300,000 on Kickstarter. This closure underscores a troubling trend in the gaming industry, marked by over 20,000 job losses and dwindling investor confidence.