MIO: Memories In Orbit Developer Douze Dixièmes Shutting Down
Indie studio behind *MIO: Memories in Orbit* ceases operations, leaving a gap in 2026’s metroidvania scene
📍 The outcome
The developer Douze Dixièmes announced its closure, ending development on *MIO: Memories in Orbit*. Coverage confirmed the studio behind the game and *Shady Part of Me* would no longer operate.
No further updates on the project’s future were provided in subsequent reports.
Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.
Answered
What games did Douze Dixièmes develop?
The studio is best known for *MIO: Memories in Orbit* (2026) and *Shady Part of Me*.
Why is the studio shutting down?
Coverage does not yet specify the reasons for the closure.
Will *MIO* or other unreleased projects continue?
No updates have been provided on the status of unreleased projects or whether the studio’s assets will be transferred.
Where it stands
Douze Dixièmes, the developer behind the critically acclaimed metroidvania *MIO: Memories in Orbit* and *Shady Part of Me*, has announced its shutdown. Outlets including *ixbt.games*, *Kotaku*, and *Gamereactor UK* highlight the studio’s impact on the indie gaming landscape, particularly its contributions to the metroidvania genre.
The announcement has sparked discussions among fans and developers about the challenges facing small studios in an increasingly competitive market. No further updates on employee transitions, asset sales, or potential successors have been confirmed.
Watch for developer statements or industry reactions regarding the broader implications for indie game development.
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Who reported it (5)
- Douze Dixièmes, the studio behind the metroidvania MIO: Memories in Orbit, is closing down ixbt.games · 46d ago
- The Douze Dixièmes studio (Memories in Orbit, Shady Part of Me) closes its doors Instant Gaming News · 46d ago
- Douze Dixiémes, the studio behind Mio: Memories in Orbit has been shut down Gamereactor UK · 46d ago
- The Studio Behind One Of 2026’s Most Delightful Metroidvanias Is Closing Kotaku · 46d ago
- MIO: Memories In Orbit Developer Douze Dixièmes Shutting Down Insider Gaming · 46d ago
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