Reforged Studios, in the arms of German indie publisher Headup Games

Reforged Studios has acquired indie game publisher Headup Games. The acquisition amount was not disclosed, and all of Headup Games' existing team will be maintained, so there will be no job cuts due to the acquisition.

Headup Games is a German-based publisher that has published a number of indie titles, including the Super Meat Boy Forever and Bridge Constructor series, and is most recently in charge of publishing Super Meat Boy 3D.

Strategy to strengthen the indie publishing ecosystem

Reforged Studios said the acquisition was a “significant strategic milestone” in building its publishing platform and supporting independent studios. Headup Games will be supported by Reforged's extensive development and publishing network.

Headup Games founder Dieter Schoeller will continue to run the publisher's operations and has also been appointed Chief Publishing Officer of Reforged Studios, reporting directly to the company's founders.

“Headup has built one of the most respected and carefully curated portfolios in indie publishing,” said Peter van der Watt, CEO of Reforged Studios. “Their reputation is built on consistent developer advocacy and a clear editorial vision.” He continued, “This acquisition is not just about consolidation, but about building a sustainable publishing home for ambitious independent creators.”

“The decision wasn’t about chasing scale, it was about finding the right people,” said founder Schöler. “Reforged is a company created by people who truly understand games, and this alignment allows us to grow without losing what makes Headup special.”