Hi-Fi Rush Developer Tango Gameworks Relaunches with New Website and Begins Hiring for Unannounced Action Game

Tango Gameworks, the acclaimed Japanese studio behind Hi-Fi Rush and The Evil Within series, has officially launched its new website, marking the start of a new chapter under Krafton. The relaunch includes a modernized brand identity, complete with a refreshed logo and a clear message: the studio is back and actively recruiting for its next unannounced action game.

A New Era for Tango Gameworks

Described as a “creative workshop,” the new Tango Gameworks homepage reflects the company’s updated mission and creative direction. This transformation follows a turbulent period in 2024, when Microsoft unexpectedly shut down the studio—alongside others like Arkane Austin—despite the commercial and critical success of Hi-Fi Rush. The move sparked widespread criticism, particularly as Hi-Fi Rush had become one of the most well-received titles from Xbox’s portfolio that year.

Fortunately, the studio's closure was not permanent. Just months later, Krafton—best known for publishing PUBG—acquired the team and the rights to Hi-Fi Rush. This strategic acquisition ensured the revival of the studio, allowing its talented developers to regroup and resume production on future titles.

Hiring for a New Action Game

With the launch of its new website, Tango Gameworks has begun hiring for various development roles on an unannounced action game. While specific details are still under wraps, speculation points to a likely sequel to Hi-Fi Rush, given the game’s vibrant reception and Krafton’s ownership of the IP.

Notably, Microsoft still retains the rights to The Evil Within and Ghostwire: Tokyo, which makes a return to those franchises uncertain. Any continuation of those series would require negotiations or partnership with Microsoft, which may not be in Krafton’s immediate plans.

What’s Next for the Studio?

This rebranding signals more than just new graphics and a recruitment push—it signifies Tango’s intent to redefine its creative identity post-Microsoft. The studio is positioning itself to return to the spotlight with a fresh take on action gameplay, possibly building on the rhythmic combat innovation that made Hi-Fi Rush stand out in an increasingly competitive market.

With Krafton’s backing and a focus on expanding the studio's legacy through original IPs, fans can look forward to more uniquely styled, gameplay-rich experiences from the revitalized developer.

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