**Hit Game ‘Horses’ Can’t Save Indie Studio from Steam Troubles**
The indie game “Horses” has become a surprise hit in the gaming world. Created by game studio Santa Ragione, the unique game impressed both players and critics for its fresh concept and artistic touch. However, even with its success, the studio is now facing serious business challenges.
According to Santa Ragione’s cofounder, the game’s popularity has not brought enough financial support. In a new interview, he shared that the game’s success did not make up for lost sales after being pulled from Steam, the world’s biggest platform for PC games.
Steam gives indie developers access to millions of gamers around the globe. Losing this platform has had a big effect on Santa Ragione’s earnings. Even though “Horses” is doing well on other platforms, it doesn’t match the exposure and income they once had on Steam.
The studio’s cofounder explained that they are now relying on direct sales, smaller platforms, and support from fans to survive. But these steps have not entirely offset the drop in revenue from Steam. He added that while fans and other platforms have helped, it may not be enough to sustain the company in the long term.
The situation highlights how dependent many small game developers are on large third-party platforms. A sudden removal from a major store like Steam can have long-lasting damage, even for studios with good games. Santa Ragione is now searching for new ways to stay in business while hoping that “Horses” continues to generate income.
This story is also a reminder of the fragile nature of the indie gaming business. Even when talent and creativity lead to a great product, smaller studios often struggle with limited reach and unstable support systems.
Santa Ragione has asked the gaming community to continue spreading the word about “Horses.” They remain hopeful and are working hard to release future projects that can earn the stability they need to grow.
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