Nexus Mods, an internet site recognized for internet hosting mods for hundreds of PC video games, has been handed over to new possession, based on former proprietor Robin “Dark0ne” Scott.
“After months of conferences, face-to-face talks, and a complete lot of soul looking out, I’m thrilled to say that I actually consider I’ve discovered the precise proper folks for the duty,” Scott says in a publish printed on Monday.
Scott, who launched the challenge in 2001, says that the positioning “has been my complete grownup life” and that “the pressure of being liable for the behemoth I created” had taken a toll. He realized he had been burning out and that he wanted to usher in new management.
Scott didn’t specify who the brand new proprietor or homeowners are, and the corporate didn’t instantly reply to a request for remark despatched to its help electronic mail handle. Nevertheless, customers shall be seeing extra of two folks, who Scott identifies as “Foledinho (Victor)” and “Rapsak (Marinus),” as they’ve “come on board to guide this subsequent chapter,” Scott says. “They’ve bought deep roots in gaming, tech, and most significantly, they provide a rattling; in regards to the website, the group, and the longer term we’re attempting to construct right here.”
Whereas the positioning has modified fingers, Scott says that “this isn’t some company ‘exit’ or a backroom deal.” As an alternative, “that is me doing one thing I most likely ought to’ve accomplished years in the past: taking good care of myself. Reclaiming some headspace. And eventually letting go of the concept I’ve to do every part and be liable for every part myself.”
Scott may also nonetheless be a presence. “I’ll nonetheless be annoying folks on the Mod Creator Discord, lurking on the boards, and sticking my nostril into group issues once I can’t assist myself,” he says. And he’ll work with the workforce to “assist information the general course of the positioning.”
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