Reforged Studios has fully acquired Headup, the acclaimed German independent games publisher behind globally recognised titles including Bridge Constructor, Pumpkin Jack, and Super Meat Boy 3D, bringing the indie publisher into its growing family and adding further strength to its roster.
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Headup’s team remains unchanged, with no job losses or redundancies as part of the acquisition.
The combination of Headup’s curatorial expertise with Reforged’s expanding international infrastructure creates a strengthened home for studios seeking sustainable publishing partnerships.
Besides managing Headup’s operations, Dieter Schoeller (Founder of Headup) will also contribute to Reforged’s strategic growth as Chief Publishing Officer at the group level, reporting directly to the founders.
“Headup has built one of the most respected and carefully curated portfolios in independent publishing. Their reputation has been earned through consistent developer advocacy and a clear editorial vision. Bringing that capability into Reforged materially strengthens our publishing platform and accelerates our long–term growth strategy.
This acquisition is not about consolidation for its own sake. It is about building a durable publishing home for ambitious independent creators.”
Peter van der Watt, CEO of Reforged Studios
“This wasn’t about chasing scale – it was about finding the right people. Reforged is built by people who genuinely understand games, and that alignment allows us to grow without losing what makes Headup special.”
Dieter Schoeller, Founder of Headup
The acquisition forms part of Reforged Studios’ broader ambition to combine independent creative culture with institutional–grade infrastructure – enabling studios to scale without compromising identity.
