
2024 saw Tango Gameworks, creators of the widely praised Hi-Fi Rush, navigate a tumultuous year. Despite the game’s highly favorable response from Xbox enthusiasts and the debatable move to release Hi-Fi Rush on PlayStation 5, the studio faced unexpected closure as part of a major restructuring in June. This decision left fans of games like Hi-Fi Rush, The Evil Within, and Ghostwire: Tokyo perplexed.
In an unexpected turn of events, Krafton Inc., renowned for their creation of PUBG, purchased Tango Gameworks in August 2024. Simultaneously, they secured the rights to Hi-Fi Rush, offering a glimmer of hope for the future of the rhythm-based series.
Since its closure in May 2024, Tango Gameworks had been largely silent on social media. However, on New Year’s Day, 2025, they finally broke the silence with an announcement, embracing a new identity as Tango Gameworks Inc.. This rebrand aligns with Krafton Inc.’s naming convention, symbolizing a fresh start for the developers under their new management.