Iwot Studios announced recently that it has launched its own game development studio, called Iwot Games. The new studio is helmed by Craig Alexander, formerly the VP of product development at Warner Bros. Games. Its first project is an open-world RPG based on The Wheel of Time series authored by Robert Jordan, with an eye towards a multi-platform strategy based around the intellectual property.
According to Iwot, the new game will build on the success of The Wheel of Time Amazon Prime show by delivering more of the series’ world and lore to its community of fans. Iwot is involved with the production of the prime show. Alexander plans to begin development by establishing a headquarters in Montreal with plans to build the leadership team out in the coming months.
Alexander said in a statement, “Adapting such a legendary mythology into an open-world RPG is a rare and ambitious challenge. It takes vision, scale, and a vibrant creative environment — all of which Montreal provides. I’m thrilled to lead the effort and build a world-class team capable of honoring this beloved world.”
This is not the first time Iwot — or Red Eagle Entertainment, as it was formerly known — revealed its intentions to make games based on Jordan’s world. Back in 2008, Red Eagle announced its intention to adapt the series into games and films, though a planned collaboration with Obsidian never appeared to go anywhere.
Rick Selvage, Iwot Studios CEO, said in a statement, “Developing a game worthy of The Wheel of Time brand required the right moment, the right leader, and the right location. Craig brings the leadership, vision, and experience we need, and Montreal offers the creative talent to bring this to life. We’re confident this team will deliver something truly special for the fans.”
