The Steam FPS game, Fortune's Run, faces a significant setback. Its sole developer, Dizzie, has been sentenced to a three-year prison term, effectively halting development. This unique circumstance, unlike typical delays stemming from financial or technical issues, leaves the game in early access limbo.
Prior to this news, Fortune's Run enjoyed positive reception on Steam, earning a "Very Positive" rating for its nostalgic art style and engaging gameplay. However, all updates are now indefinitely postponed. While the game's future is uncertain, its existing early access build remains playable. The developer's statement, posted on January 14th, confirmed the prison sentence, beginning in February 2025. Dizzie disclosed a past violent period in their life, preceding the game's development, as the reason for their incarceration, though specific details of the crime were not revealed. This situation is unusual in the gaming industry, though not unprecedented.
The project originally involved a second team member, but their departure following a surgical complication and subsequent disinterest in game development left Dizzie as the sole developer. The Steam page's projected 2026 release date is now highly improbable. While delays are common in indie game development (as evidenced by titles like Satisfactory), a three-year pause is substantial. Dizzie expressed confidence in completing the game upon release from prison. Until then, players can continue enjoying the current early access version, and numerous other early access shooters are available on Steam.
