VAMPIRE SURVIVORS MAKER PONCLE EXPANDS WITH 15+ GAMES IN DEV
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WED, APR 22, 2026■ AI-SUMMARIZED FROM 1 SOURCE ▸ TIMELINE
Vampire Survivors developer Poncle is expanding aggressively, opening new studios in Japan and Italy while working on over 15 games across multiple genres.
According to chief strategy officer Matteo Sapio in an interview with The Game Business, Poncle is developing three categories of titles. The first includes spinoffs of its hit franchise, such as the recently released deckbuilder Vampire Crawlers. A second category encompasses entirely new IPs unrelated to Vampire Survivors, broadening the studio's portfolio beyond its breakout success.
The third category remains undisclosed. The expansion marks a significant growth phase for the Italian developer, which gained mainstream recognition with Vampire Survivors' 2022 release. The game became a cultural phenomenon, spawning numerous ports and collaborations.
The new studios will support Poncle's ambitious development slate, with operations now spanning multiple continents. The company's strategic move suggests confidence in sustaining momentum beyond its original franchise while establishing itself as a multi-game publisher.
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