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Nough Studio’s “Games by Gamers” Documentary Details Its Player-First Development Approach
8/10/2026, 11:26:22 AM
Documentary Unveils Studio Philosophy
Nough Studio—formerly Round8 and a subsidiary of Neowiz—released a 16-minute documentary titled “Games by Gamers.” The film showcases the team’s belief that developers must first think like players, a credo reflected in the studio’s name, a portmanteau of “Not Enough.” The video walks viewers through the studio’s culture, including rituals such as “Game Day,” where the entire staff sets aside regular tasks to play the current build and complete a feedback survey.
From Round8 to Nough and the Lies of P Legacy
The documentary also explains the recent rebrand. While it is unclear whether Nough is a full rename or a spin-off, the personnel behind the 2023 Souls-like *Lies of P* now operate under the new banner. The studio highlighted the success of the original title and its *Overture* DLC as a foundation for the in-development sequel, which remains untitled.
Iterative Playtesting as Core Process
According to the film, development relies on continuous testing. Director Jiwon Choi and combat director Lee Jeonghyeon describe “testing and refining without compromise” as essential to achieving a “high level of polish.” Playtests are conducted collaboratively; the whole team, including Choi, streams sessions at major milestones. Survey feedback has directly shaped features such as difficulty modes and narrative adjustments in the *Overture* expansion.
Official Statements & Future Outlook
Jiwon Choi emphasized the studio’s dedication:
> “We're giving everything we have to make it the best it can be,” — Jiwon Choi, said director
The film ends with Choi urging fans to “wait a little longer” and assures that the next title will “not disappoint.”
