Last month, Heart Machine revealed the halt of development on “Hyper Light Breaker,” the eagerly awaited roguelike sequel to the celebrated indie RPG “Hyper Light Drifter.” This choice resulted in layoffs at the company, influencing several team members, including a writer for the forthcoming game “Possessor(s).” The layoffs initiated a conversation on the “Possessor(s)” Steam page, where certain users voiced reservations about buying the game in light of the staff cuts. In reply, the game’s narrative director engaged with the community, emphasizing the necessity of backing the game despite the layoffs and conveying a wish for ongoing player interest and involvement.