Dead Cells 2 didn't happen because the developers ignored "pressure" from players and followed their hearts

technology • 10/19/2025

Despite the original's success, Motion Twin decided to work on Windblown rather than do the obvious thing and create a Dead Cells 2.

When your beloved indie hits the mainstream in a big way, every player wants a say in what you do next. That was certainly the case for Motion Twin, the developer behind Dead Cells, which has been a mainstay on our list of the best roguelike games si... [3120 chars]