Cozy Game Studio Ivy Road Shuts Down Amid Funding Struggles
Ivy Road's Wanderstop tea shop adventure developer can't secure funding for Engine Angel. The studio cites a 'particularly tough time for raising game funds' as they close their doors.
The angle
The invisible crisis of indie dev funding—how even cozy, niche games struggle to survive in 2026's market.
Why it matters
Highlights the precarious nature of small studios; Engine Angel's fate remains uncertain.
What to watch next
Follow for any acquisition rumors or if Ivy Road pivots to a different genre entirely.