In July, Davide Soliani, the creative director behind Mario + Rabbids, made the decision to leave Ubisoft after 25 years, with a significant portion of that time dedicated to working on the Nintendo-exclusive series. However, in a recent update, it was revealed that Soliani will be embarking on a new venture by launching a new studio called Day 4 Night. Joining him in this new endeavor is Christian Cantamessa, the lead designer and writer behind Red Dead Redemption.
Day 4 Night has secured funding from Krafton and 1Up Ventures, with the support of industry veterans who have a wealth of experience working together for over 15 years. The duo of Soliani and Cantamessa will be co-directing a new original IP, promising a gaming experience that encapsulates joy, adventure, poetry, action, wonder, and the camaraderie of collaborating with friends.
According to Soliani, the games being developed at Day 4 Night are a culmination of everything he has ever wanted to experience as a player. It’s a testament to the magic of creating worlds from scratch and a tribute to the gaming industry as a whole, celebrating the journey of overcoming challenges and realizing dreams together.
Krafton and 1Up Ventures have expressed their excitement for this new project, highlighting its originality and creativity. Ed Fries, the former Xbox co-creator leading 1Up Ventures, described the new IP as one of the most creative concepts they have come across in recent times. It’s a promising start for Day 4 Night, especially considering Krafton’s recent acquisition of Tango Gameworks.
Day 4 Night is positioning itself as an independent game development studio with a focus on delivering heartfelt and original games that push the boundaries of storytelling and design. With offices in Los Angeles, California, and Milan, Italy, the studio is currently hard at work on its inaugural original IP.
As details about this new project continue to unfold, we eagerly anticipate learning more about the innovative and imaginative world that Soliani, Cantamessa, and their team are crafting at Day 4 Night. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting new chapter in the world of gaming.
