How a Polish game studio found its name in the city of Orgrimmar
In short: Founded in 2009, Warsaw-based Flying Wild Hog has evolved from a niche developer of cyberpunk shooters into a major player in the global gaming industry. Their unusual name, inspired by World of Warcraft, captures a dual ambition: honoring their gaming roots while asserting creative independence in a competitive market.
The studio was established on April 1, 2009, by founders who drew inspiration from the fictional city of Orgrimmar in the popular game World of Warcraft. The 'Wild Hog' portion of their name pays homage to this gaming heritage, while the 'Flying' prefix was chosen to represent their core values of autonomy, creative freedom, and the ambition to operate as a bold, self-directed entity within the global industry. This identity has since been solidified by the hog, which serves as the company's official mascot.
Flying Wild Hog initially gained recognition for its proprietary Road Hog Engine, which powered their 2011 debut, Hard Reset. Over the years, the studio demonstrated versatility by expanding beyond its core focus on action shooters, such as the Shadow Warrior series, to include family-friendly platformers like Juju. Their growth was marked by significant milestones, including the opening of a Kraków division in 2015 and an acquisition by Supernova Capital in 2019, which provided the financial stability necessary to scale their operations.
The studio reached a peak in 2022, releasing four distinct titles including the samurai-inspired Trek to Yomi and the dark fantasy game Evil West. During this period, the company transitioned from its internal engine to Unreal Engine to support future AAA productions. Today, the studio is deeply integrated into the Embracer Group, following an acquisition in 2020. Looking ahead, they are collaborating with Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Games on a high-profile remake of the original 1996 Tomb Raider, titled Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, slated for release in February 2027.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Flying Wild Hog
- Also: find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk — FLYING WILD HOG DEVELOPMENT LIMITED overview - Find and update company information - GOV.UK
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