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Stardew Valley Creator Eyes Hytale Revival Investment

6/29/2025

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Stardew Valley's visionary creator, Eric Barone, is considering investing in the revival of Hytale, a beloved game that captured 61 million trailer views before its cancellation. Meanwhile, Hypixel Studios' Simon Collins-Laflamme has pledged $25 million to reclaim the game's rights from Riot Games. The community's enthusiasm for Hytale's return continues to grow.

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Stardew Valley's visionary creator, Eric Barone, is considering investing in the revival of Hytale, a beloved game that captured 61 million trailer views before its cancellation. Meanwhile, Hypixel Studios' Simon Collins-Laflamme has pledged $25 million to reclaim the game's rights from Riot Games. The community's enthusiasm for Hytale's return continues to grow.