The gaming community is experiencing a period of transformation driven by shifts in leadership and fresh project announcements. Recent changes within industry companies have fueled enthusiasm among role-playing game fans.
An Exodus studio co-founder has recently departed the company amid a broader leadership reorganization by Hasbro. The excitement in the community is evident, especially after the success of Baldur's Gate III, which has bolstered confidence in expanding the franchise into new realms. Upcoming projects include a new title planned for 2027, along with another venture set in a richly crafted fantasy universe by a renowned creative team.
Despite the apparent disconnect between the projects from Wizards of the Coast and Exodus, a subtle link exists. Wizards is involved in publishing Exodus titles, and the restructuring reported by Bloomberg has coincided with Wizards appointing a new head for its Digital Ventures division while an Exodus developer steps aside.
Veteran industry professional Paul Della Bitta, known for his time at Blizzard and his role in founding Dreamhaven, is now leading Digital Ventures at Wizards of the Coast. Reporting directly to John Hight, a fellow Blizzard alum, Della Bitta is set to oversee the division that is primarily responsible for video game products related to the renowned fantasy role-playing series.
At the same time, James Ohlen, one of the original founders behind Archetype Entertainment, …, is transitioning out of his leadership role. With his contributions considered complete, he is now redirecting his focus to other responsibilities within Wizards of the Coast, particularly enhancing their tabletop role-playing game offerings.
- Leadership transition at Exodus during a Hasbro reorganization.
- Enhanced confidence in franchise expansion following major game releases.
- Appointment of Paul Della Bitta as head of Digital Ventures at Wizards.
- Shift in roles within Wizards of the Coast to bolster tabletop RPG initiatives.