Hytale Repurchased by Hypixel Ahead of Early Access Launch

Hytale secured for early access by Hypixel; full buyback from Riot Games, 2023, PC launch. Features RPG mechanics, procedural world.

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minecraftnew.com
17 Nov 2025

Hytale, the indie game paralleling Minecraft, has been reacquired by Hypixel from Riot Games for a full early access release. Simon Collins-Laflamme, Hypixel's founder, confirmed the buyback and subsequent roadmap to launch.

Versions & Loaders

Planned as an early access release, Hytale will debut on PC. The game features procedurally generated worlds, RPG combat, and open-ended gameplay akin to Minecraft.

Key facts

  • Hytale was fully repurchased by Simon Collins-Laflamme in 2023.
  • Funding secured for ten years to support continuous development.
  • The development team consists of 30 rehired developers.
  • Early access launch details are forthcoming, with a multi-year roadmap.

Impact / What’s next

Players can anticipate ongoing development during the early access period, aligning updates with community feedback. Initial focus remains on PC, with expansion to other platforms projected later.