Lego shut down a Bionicle fangame 8 years in the making—1 year later, its developers are back with something legally distinct and arguably cooler
Ahh, who needs a mask, anyway.
The Bionicle: Masks of Power fan game, developed by Team Kanohi over eight years, was abruptly shut down by Lego following a shift in the company's stance on fan-created media. This disappointment was felt by many Bionicle enthusiasts, as the game showcased impressive work in third-person action gameplay. However, the developers have rebranded themselves as Unmasked Games and are now working on Rustbound, a new third-person action-adventure game set in an entirely original world.
While saddened by the loss of the Bionicle game, the developer's adult self is more excited to see the innovative direction Unmasked Games is taking. The teaser for Rustbound features an interesting new aesthetic that blends mysticism with technology, reminiscent of the Bionicle movie designs but in a legally distinct manner. Fans can look forward to a fresh take on the Bionicle universe, preserving the core elements while offering something new and exciting.
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