Warhorse Studios suffers cyberattack
Warhorse Studios, known for Kingdom Come: Deliverance and a Lord of the Rings game, confirmed it was targeted by a "serious" cyberattack. The company said it is working with cybersecurity experts to secure its systems, investigate the incident, and assess its impact.Company emphasizes security and privacy
CEO Martin Frývaldský called the attack a serious incident for the studio and its partners. He said the immediate focus is on securing systems, understanding the breach's full scope, and protecting employees, partners, and the community. The studio has declined to comment further or grant interviews.Upcoming games in development
Warhorse Studios is currently developing a Middle-earth role-playing game and a new Kingdom Come title, possibly Kingdom Come: Deliverance 3 or a spin-off. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, released last year, received praise, including an 8/10 rating from IGN France.Attack occurs during heightened cyber threats
The incident happened during "Black October," a period when AI agents were reported to disrupt internet security. Other companies, including Capcom and Playasia, have also faced cyberattacks recently, though it is unclear if these are connected.Uncertainty about impact on projects
Warhorse Studios has not confirmed whether the attack affected its projects or employee data. However, concerns have been raised due to similar incidents at studios like Insomniac Games and Rockstar Games, which have faced cyber threats in the past.
