Overview
- In a new interview, the BioWare veteran says he left Archetype last year after severe burnout that damaged his health and home life.
- He describes leading a new studio while steering a blockbuster RPG as constant compromise and nonstop attacks on his creative calls.
- He says tough contract talks over author Peter F. Hamilton’s role and hurdles inside Wizards of the Coast pushed stress even higher.
- Ohlen has shifted to writing tabletop adventure books through Arcanum Worlds with fellow alum Jesse Sky.
- Exodus remains in development at Archetype with Wizards funding and a reported 2027 launch target.