The maker of Prototype and Simpsons: Hit and Run returns from the grave just months after an out-of-the-blue update broke Prototype's mods and added mysterious new credits
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by Joshua Wolens February 24, 2026
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New Radical Games, the reimagined studio behind iconic titles like *Prototype* and *The Simpsons: Hit & Run*, has resurfaced with a fresh identity that has fans buzzing about potential remasters or new projects. The merger of Radical Entertainment and Hothead Games, announced through New Radical’s website, features imagery from their most famous games, including *Prototype*, *The Simpsons: Hit & Run*, and *Scarface: The World Is Yours*. This revival comes just months after an unexpected update to *Prototype* that broke mods and introduced mysterious new credits, fueling speculation about a possible resurgence of the franchise.
Radical Entertainment co-founder Ian Wilkinson, who left for Hothead in 2008, now serves as CEO of New Radical, while former Hothead COO Tim Wilkinson holds the same title. The timing of this revival is intriguing, as it coincides with Hothead’s bankruptcy in 2024 and the sudden removal of *Scarface: The World Is Yours* from Steam due to unresolved licensing issues. These events have sparked speculation among fans about whether New Radical’s formation could lead to new projects or remasters, particularly given the nostalgia factor surrounding titles like *Prototype* and *The Simpsons: Hit & Run*.
The mysterious update to *Prototype* last year added unexplained references to an “ Ubisoft Connect version” of the game. While this could be unrelated, fans are eager for any clues that might hint at a revival. The gaming community is no stranger to false starts—such as the brief appearance of *Scarface: The World Is Yours* on Steam—but the connection between these events and New Radical’s formation has left many wondering if this marks the beginning of something bigger.
For gaming enthusiasts, especially those who grew up with titles like *Prototype*, this development is significant
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Originally published on PC Gamer on 2/24/2026