In a significant move for the British gaming industry, The Chinese Room has regained its independence from Sumo Digital through a management buyout. This acclaimed indie studio, known for its narrative-driven titles like Dear Esther and Everybodys Gone to Rapture, is now poised to explore new creative directions with two original intellectual properties in development. Director Ed Daly expressed excitement about the studio’s renewed freedom to innovate and collaborate on projects that align with their vision.