In an exciting announcement, Motion Twin, the developers behind the popular roguelike Metroidvania game Dead Cells, have revealed that Update 35, appropriately titled 'The End Is Near', will mark the final update for the game. This news comes after a successful run of seven years, during which Dead Cells received four major DLC expansions, a mobile release, and a total of 35 significant updates.

Motion Twin's current custodians, Evil Empire, will now be venturing into new endeavors, hinting at multiple secret projects in the works. The development team expressed their anticipation to witness what creative adventures Evil Empire will embark on next.

The decision to conclude their creative journey with Dead Cells was not made lightly. Motion Twin reflected on the remarkable success of the 'Return to Castlevania' DLC released last year, which further emphasized their commitment to keeping the game fresh and original. They believe that avoiding the trap of repetitive content is crucial to preserve the unique charm that has made Dead Cells special to players over the years.

Update 35 is currently in the alpha stage, but Motion Twin is dedicating all available resources to ensure a smooth full release. Additionally, they have pledged to address long-term bug fixes and quality of life improvements that may arise after the update's launch.

While bidding farewell to Dead Cells, Motion Twin is now focusing its efforts on the development of a new action roguelike game called Windblown, which was initially unveiled at last year's Game Awards. As for Evil Empire, they seem to have multiple projects in the pipeline. Their tweet suggests that exciting surprises will be revealed soon, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what these "shiny and new" endeavors might entail.

Speculation arises regarding Evil Empire's previous DLC, 'Return to Castlevania', and the possibility of a collaboration with Konami for a full-blown Castlevania game. While this remains pure speculation, fans of the Lords of Shadow series are hopeful. However, the prospect of an entirely original creation from Evil Empire is equally enticing. Hopefully, fans won't have to wait too long for more information on these new projects.

As the final update approaches and Motion Twin's creative journey with Dead Cells draws to a close, players can anticipate an exciting conclusion to their favorite game while eagerly looking forward to the developers' future endeavors. The legacy of Dead Cells will undoubtedly live on, and fans can't help but be excited about what lies ahead in the world of Motion Twin and Evil Empire.