Team17 to publish Absolutely Games-developed historical strategy title for consoles, PC

Team17 has announced a partnership with developer Absolutely Games to publish a new historical strategy title for consoles and PC.

The United Kingdom-based developer is led by industry veterans James Brooksby and Adrian Hawkins. Its debut game is an unannounced “historical strategy experience” and original intellectual property. Users can register now for access to a closed alpha test planned for 2023.

Find comments from each party below.

Roger Carpenter, Head of Studios, Team17 Digital

“Team17 is thrilled to be working with Absolutely Games on their upcoming historical strategy title. We are always looking to establish new relationships with exciting and creative studios here in the United Kingdom—like Absolutely Games—and around the world, and we look forward to helping the team deliver their unique strategy experience to gamers. While the title is the studio’s debut, the team are games development veterans, bringing with them strong vision and engaging depth to their work. We can’t wait to share more information about their eye-catching title soon.”

James Brooksby, CEO, Absolutely Games

“We are very happy to be working with Team17 on our company’s first game and it is great to be partnering with a highly skilled and enthusiastic team who share our strong belief in what we are looking to bring to life.”

Adrian Hawkins, CTO, Absolutely Games

“It is very exciting to be working with a publishing partner who shares our values, holds a common vision for the game, and believes in extensive community engagement both before and after a game ships. We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship working with Team17.”