Hypixel Studios buys its IP from Riot, so Hytale is back in development

Hypixel Studios has officially purchased the license to Hytale from Riot Games. That means development is back on.
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Canceled voxel sandbox RPG Hytale acquired from Riot Games by Hypixel Studio

The original IP owner, Hypixel, repurchased IP rights to Hytale from Riot Games and will continue its development.
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Riot sells Hytale IP and Hypixel brand back to original co-founder

Riot Games has sold Hytale back to its original co-founder. The decision comes five months after Riot Games announced it ...
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Hytale Is Back in Development as Riot Sells IP Back to Original Co-Founder: “They wanted what’s best for players”

Hytale returns as its creator buys back the IP from Riot Games. Development has restarted with original staff, and we're ...
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Cancelled Minecraft-Like Game is Making a Comeback

After its cancellation was announced in June 2025, a Minecraft competitor 10 years in the making is confirmed to be resuming ...

"There’s a long road ahead, but early access is coming soon."

Months after Riot Games pulled the plug on Hypixel's Minecraft-esque sandbox game, Hytale, a new 16-minute trailer is showcasing how the game currently plays as the original co-founder fights to keep ...