Wheel of Time Games (Iwot), the studio behind an upcoming open-world RPG based on The Wheel of Time universe by Robert Jordan, has appointed three new senior staff: Lori Hyrup, John Lindemuth, and Steve Gray.
All three new appointees will report to studio head Craig Alexander, with Lori Hyrup as studio design director, John Lindemuth as studio art director, and Steve Gray as studio technology director (thanks, GamesBeat).
Hyrup brings 20 years of experience from Warner Bros. Discovery, Deck Nine, EA, and Kabam, whilst Lindemuth’s 30 years of experience includes the role of director of art at Turbine. He has previously worked on Dungeons & Dragons Online, Lord of the Rings Online, and Harmonix.
Gray similarly brings 30+ years of experience, and has held senior roles at Tencent and EA.
“In building a game worthy of the Wheel of Time legacy, it was critical to assemble a world-class leadership team,” Alexander said. “Lori, John, and Steve bring unparalleled experience, creative instincts, and a deep love of storytelling.
“With them on board, we’re positioned to deliver an unforgettable, immersive experience for fans around the world.”
Earlier this month, Iwot Games hired Stéphane D’Astous as its director of studio operations. The goal is to grow the studio up to 200-300 employees in Montreal over the coming years.