A Last Hope for Three Fields: Studio Faces Uncertainty as THQ Nordic Withdraws
Three Fields Entertainment faces closure as THQ Nordic withdraws support. CEO Fiona Sperry hopes for salvation through potential investors.
December 7, 2025 – Rick Lane
In a poignant revelation, Three Fields Entertainment, creators of the unique racing sensation, Wreckreation, has announced the potential shutdown of its doors and warned its entire workforce of impending redundancy. Founded by the visionary CEO Fiona Sperry in 2014, this indie game studio has always strived to capture the thrilling destruction-driven spirit reminiscent of Criterion Games’ golden era. Yet now, after THQ Nordic, a subsidiary under the Embracer Group, withdrew support, the future seems grim.
A Love for the Thrill: Three Fields’ Journey
Three Fields Entertainment emerged with a mission to reignite the passion of racing enthusiasts worldwide. Following in the slipstream of Criterion’s cherished Burnout, they brought forth titles such as Dangerous Golf and the ambitious Wreckreation. While the original Danger Zone gained a loyal niche following, the team struggled to deliver mainstream hits amid mixed receptions.
Hope Against Odds: A Plea for Support
Fiona Sperry, echoing the resilience of her tight-knit team, posted a heartfelt statement on X, explaining the studio’s hardships and her enduring hope. “Without the enthusiasm or financial backing from our publisher, we simply cannot sustain the studio in its current form,” she stated. Despite the challenges, Sperry sees the potential for Wreckreation to rise, enriched with features waiting to be unveiled.
The Vision Unseen: In Search of a Lifeline
In an attempt to attract new investments, Sperry boldly shared a video showcasing the unfulfilled dreams her studio harbors for Wreckreation. A poignant message accompanies the video: “By showing this work publicly, my hope is that someone out there might also see that potential.”
The Final Gesture: A Gift to the Fans
Amidst uncertainty, Three Fields promises to deliver a pre-Christmas update, featuring crossplay functionality—a testament to their dedication. This final endeavor might be their last celebration of creativity unless new alliances form. According to PC Gamer, it is a testament to the determination of small studios fighting for survival in the gaming industry.
In a landscape where passion often collides with commercial viability, the fate of Three Fields hangs precariously. But as the sun sets on this chapter, Fiona’s hope is contagious—a call to remember the fusion of art and play that fuels the gaming industry.
