Simon is working on a backend
By: alizardguy | November 10, 2025
Twitter user @LinkTheGamer_ asked Simon "Assuming you can't answer anything like this but gonna ask anyway, is the plan when Hytale comes back to have it be it's own launcher or would you put it on steam?", Simon responded explaining that they intend to start with their own launcher but will look into Steam later if it supports their future ingame modding browser and tools.
Our own launcher first, investigate Steam later if they can support our future ingame modding browser and tools!
— Simon (@Simon_Hypixel) November 10, 2025
We can distribute steam game codes to people who already bought previously on our own store like Path of Exile has done. So no regrets if you buy on our own store…
@BlonzoYT responded "It would be amazing if in the future you could add a section where people can safely download mods. Maybe within the launcher itself or on the official website!" which in reply Simon confirmed that as a long term goal.
Within the game itself is the long term goal
— Simon (@Simon_Hypixel) November 10, 2025
Simon additionally confirms that despite not having the IP yet, he is working on the backend so Hytale can launch as fast as possible.
Launcher, website, auth, accounts, payments system, name reservation, etc
— Simon (@Simon_Hypixel) November 10, 2025
All ready or almost ready.
Just need the game.🫡
Will let you guys know when it’s done.
Tldr:
- Hytale will start with it's own launcher
- Hytale may come to Steam at a later date
- Simon and team have been getting the backend ready in preparation
- Simon does not yet have the IP