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CI Games funding and development for Lords of the Fallen 2

Overview

CI Games has secured 28.6 million euros in funding to support the development, marketing, and release of Lords of the Fallen 2. The financing is structured as a syndicated credit facility organized by Erste Bank Polska and Bank Ochrony Środowiska. Marek Tyminski, the studio’s chairman, stated that the financing was obtained without issuing new shares, allowing current shareholders to maintain their participation. Approximately 80 percent of the credit is guaranteed by the Polish export credit agency, KUKE. The credit is scheduled to mature in August 2027, following the game’s expected release in the first quarter of 2027.

While the funds are intended to complete the project and refinance existing debt, CI Games’ stock price has seen a decline. Analysts have pointed to uncertainties regarding the release schedule and the risks involved in financing the company’s ongoing operations.

Regarding game mechanics, CI Games released a development diary titled “Steel & Sorcery,” detailing a combat overhaul for the sequel. The update focuses on making encounters more dynamic and tactical based on community feedback. Key enhancements include doubling weapon movesets from 15 to nearly 30 and introducing a feature that allows players to switch equipment mid-combo. Other additions include the ability to switch between one-handed and two-handed grips, “quick-fire” abilities for using magic or projectiles during melee combat, and new counterattacks.

A new gameplay trailer for “Steel & Sorcery” has been released across the developer’s YouTube channel and official PlayStation and Xbox channels. The game is described as a dark fantasy soulslike set in a world consisting of two kingdoms. It is being developed for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a pre-release campaign currently active. While previous reports suggested a potential December release window, no specific release date or pricing has been officially confirmed.

Entities

CI Games · Lords of the Fallen II · Marek Tyminski · Erste Bank Polska · Ryan Hill

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    CI Games releases Steel & Sorcery gameplay trailer for Lords of the Fallen II

    CI Games released a new “Steel & Sorcery” gameplay trailer for Lords of the Fallen II, targeting PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, though no release date has been confirmed.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    CI Games reveals combat overhaul for Lords of the Fallen II

    CI Games showcased combat updates for Lords of the Fallen II, featuring nearly 30 weapon movesets and the ability to switch weapons mid-combo.

  3. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    CI Games secures 28.6 million euros for Lords of the Fallen II

    CI Games has obtained 28.6 million euros in syndicated credit to finance the production and launch of Lords of the Fallen II and to refinance existing debt.

  4. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    CI Games secures €28.6 million for Lords of the Fallen 2

    CI Games has secured €28.6 million in funding to complete development of the Lords of the Fallen 2 sequel without issuing new shares.

Sources

eurogamer.de · gamereactor.dk · gamereactor.es · gamereactor.fr · gamereactor.pl · gamespark.jp · gametimers.it · gamingbolt.com · gram.pl · impulsegamer.com · invenglobal.com · opticalnewsdaily.com · otakupt.com · punchdrunkgamer.com · strefainwestorow.pl · thegeek.hu · xboxdynasty.de

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