Court orders Midgar Studio to liquidate after failing to secure a buyer
Midgar Studio, the developer behind Edge of Eternity, is shutting down following a court order for liquidation.
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Midgar Studio is closing down after a court ordered the company to liquidate. This decision follows the failure of Nacon to secure a buyer for the studio.
Coverage from GamesIndustry.biz, TechPowerUp, and Insider Gaming emphasizes that the closure comes ahead of a sequel launch. Other outlets, including ixbt.games and Instant Gaming News, link the move to Nacon's inability to find a purchaser.
Future developments center on the status of the upcoming sequel mentioned in TechPowerUp's coverage.
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Court orders Midgar Studio to liquidate after failing to secure a buyer GamesIndustry.biz · 91d ago broke it first
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Why is Midgar Studio closing?
The studio is liquidating after Nacon failed to find a buyer for it, leading to a court order.
Which games is Midgar Studio known for?
The studio is responsible for Edge of Eternity and Edge of Memories.
When did this news break?
Reports began appearing on July 20, 2026.
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