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When Tides Turn Announces Wreckreation 2

Fiona Sperry's new independent studio plans a pre‑alpha sequel that refocuses on crash‑heavy arcade handling using player playtests to shape development.

Overview

  • The studio formally revealed Wreckreation 2 on Tuesday as the first project from When Tides Turn, a UK team led by Fiona Sperry and staffed by veterans from Three Fields and Criterion.
  • When Tides Turn says the game is in early pre‑alpha and is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on Steam but has not been given a release date.
  • Developers are prioritizing core arcade handling, heavier crash physics, more memorable city environments, and the return of classic event types such as Road Rage and Marked Man.
  • The team will build the game with direct player involvement through Patreon updates and Steam playtests so community feedback can guide handling, progression, events, and world design.
  • The sequel follows Wreckreation's mixed 2025 launch and publisher withdrawal, and the new studio structure gives the creators full ownership as they try to recapture Burnout‑style play for fans.