Rumors swirl as the producer of Alchemy Stars allegedly leads a team to start a new studio for 'AAA' development

Recently, rumors spread within the gaming community that the team behind Alchemy Stars is undergoing a massive shake-up. The producer allegedly took key personnel—including the lead programmer, head writer, and core artists—to start a new venture. Speculation suggests they've secured investment from ByteDance with the ambitious goal of developing a multi-platform 'AAA' title.

The community reacted with widespread skepticism. Many users pointedly questioned the team's technical pedigree, noting that their track record with Alchemy Stars shows no clear advantage that would justify a massive 'AAA' budget. Linking 'AAA' development to ByteDance's reputation also drew heavy mockery.

Some users noted that industry media like 'Game Grape' had touched upon the topic, lending some weight to the departure rumors. However, seasoned observers argued that transitioning from mobile games to AAA titles is a monumental task involving entirely different engineering engines and design philosophies. To most, this looks like just another 'Big Cake' (a Chinese slang for overpromising/vaporware) trend common in the post-Genshin era.

Ultimately, the consensus in the comments is that players are largely unconvinced by these 'AAA' claims, dismissing the team's exodus as a typical attempt to chase capital by promising the moon.