CipSoft, the experienced developer behind the MMORPG classic Tibia, is taking over responsibility for the development and operation of the strategy browser game The Settlers Online with immediate effect. The takeover marks an important turning point in the more than 15-year history of the game, which was previously under the management of Ubisoft Blue Byte. The current development team will continue its work under CipSoft's new leadership at the Düsseldorf office to ensure smooth operations.

The Settlers brand will remain under the ownership of Ubisoft, but CipSoft has announced that it will continue to develop and invest in the game to realize its full potential. Stephan Vogler, co-founder and CEO of CipSoft, emphasized that the focus is on the long-term success and sustainable growth of the game.

What does the change mean for the community?

Benedikt Grindel, Managing Director of Ubisoft Blue Byte, expressed his confidence that the transition to CipSoft would be a benefit for the community and the development team. He praised CipSoft's expertise and spoke of a promising future for players. The takeover also offers the development team the opportunity to continue their successful work under new management.

For The Settlers Online, this means not only a continuation of its previous direction, but also integration into CipSoft's existing infrastructure, such as the "MultiPayer" payment system. This will allow synergy effects to be utilized, which will ultimately also benefit the players.

CipSoft: A developer with a rich history

With almost 30 years of experience in game development and the operation of online games, CipSoft once again proves its expertise. The company has achieved considerable success with Tibia since its release in 1997 and has recently broken several sales records. TibiaME and the MMORPG Persist Online, which is currently in development, also demonstrate CipSoft's broad-based expertise.

The transfer of The Settlers Online will not affect the work on Tibia and future projects, as Vogler assures. With the takeover, CipSoft is once again emphasizing its focus on sustainable game development and community care.

What will happen to The Settlers Online as a result of the takeover?
CipSoft is taking over the operation and further development of the browser game from Ubisoft Blue Byte. The existing development team will continue to work under the new management, ensuring a smooth transition.

Will The Settlers Online remain free to play?
Yes, there is no indication that the game will become chargeable as a result of the takeover.

What changes will the new management of CipSoft bring to the game?
CipSoft plans to invest in The Settlers Online and continue to develop it consistently. In addition, the game will be integrated into CipSoft's infrastructure, which will also benefit players.

Will the "The Settlers" brand be completely taken over by CipSoft?
No, the "The Settlers" brand will remain the property of Ubisoft. However, CipSoft will take over the operation and further development of the game.

How long has CipSoft been active in the online games sector?
CipSoft has almost 30 years of experience in the development and operation of online games. The company is best known for its MMORPG Tibia.

Will the takeover affect other CipSoft projects?
According to CipSoft, work on games such as Tibia or Persist Online will not be affected by the takeover of The Settlers Online.