Hey Survivors ????
On [b]September 16, 2025[/b], [b]Rooted[/b] took the stage at [b]Unreal Mixer Montpellier[/b], an event hosted by [b]Epic Games[/b] to bring together local game studios, indie developers, and Unreal Engine enthusiasts in one place to share knowledge, experiences, and build connections within the community.
I had the chance to present [b]how we build Rooted[/b], from the open world systems and survival mechanics to the creative tools that power the game. I also shared a behind the scenes look at how we use Unreal Engine to bring our world to life, alongside our side project [b]Backrooms: Extractions[/b].
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During the talk, I also spoke about how incredibly lucky we are to have such a passionate community supporting us since the very beginning, not only by helping fund the project but also by sharing feedback, spreading the word, and playing the Alpha. You are a big part of what keeps this adventure alive ❤️
The crowd’s energy and passion for indie games were amazing, and it was an honor to represent [b]Headlight Studio[/b] and [b]Rooted[/b] on stage.
Big thanks to [b]Epic Games[/b] for the invitation, and to everyone who came to chat after the presentation! ????
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[i]Photography by Epic Games (event coverage)[/i]
