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Black Pony Immersive Launches Immersive-Sim Studio in U.S.

8/19/2026

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Harvey Smith, known for Dishonored and Deus Ex, launched Black Pony Immersive, a U.S. studio focused on immersive-sim role-playing games.
Smith said the studio will reward curiosity and exploration.
Ben Horne and Ricardo Bare became senior leads at the studio.
The team includes veterans from Insomniac, Epic, Avalanche and Volition and works remotely nationwide.
Warren Spector, an immersive-sim pioneer, announced his retirement on August 19 2026, citing age and industry changes.

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Story summary

Harvey Smith, known for Dishonored and Deus Ex, launched Black Pony Immersive, a U.S. studio focused on immersive-sim role-playing games.
Smith said the studio will reward curiosity and exploration.
Ben Horne and Ricardo Bare became senior leads at the studio.
The team includes veterans from Insomniac, Epic, Avalanche and Volition and works remotely nationwide.
Warren Spector, an immersive-sim pioneer, announced his retirement on August 19 2026, citing age and industry changes.