The journey of The Wolf Among Us 2 has been anything but smooth. Following Telltale’s abrupt closure years ago, fans feared the sequel’s cancellation, only to reignite hope when the studio revived. Development resumed, but progress has crawled at a glacial pace. Initial promises of a 2023 launch dissolved into silence, leaving only sporadic updates and visuals to fuel speculation.

Nick Herman, a writer who contributed to the original title and later co-founded AdHoc Studio, recently addressed the project’s turbulent history. In a conversation with Eurogamer, he revealed that AdHoc collaborated with Telltale on Season 2’s script before shifting focus to their upcoming game, Dispatch. Though no longer involved, Herman expressed pride in their work, stating, “We crafted a story we believe surpasses the first. If realized, players would embrace it.”

When probed about AdHoc’s departure from the project, Herman explained, “Telltale needed additional time, and we couldn’t stall. We chose to prioritize Dispatch to keep our studio active.” Co-founder Pierre Shorette playfully interjected, “Exactly—why did we step away?” hinting at unspoken complexities. Herman added, “We’re eager to see their final vision. While our blueprint may differ, we wish them success.”

With Telltale holding the reins, details remain scarce. Fans can only hope the studio navigates this prolonged development saga successfully, delivering a finale that honors the franchise’s legacy and fulfills years of anticipation.