8legs: Matt larrabee

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'I consider it a millennial shooter': The FPS dev making hit shooters by leaning into '2007-core'

Greylock Studio founder Matt Larrabee explains Echo Point Nova’s fast movement and ‘2007-core’ gun vibe as core to its appeal.
Larrabee describes Echo Point Nova as a millennial shooter inspired by Doom Eternal and FEAR, aiming for high-velocity gameplay.
He notes the game’s sky-archipelago map design and open-world approach as a natural evolution from Severed Steel.
Larrabee acknowledges the indie FPS scene’s vitality and highlights Selaco and Trepang 2 as peers to watch.
The developer discusses co-op as an accidental feature, born from aspirations for a future open-world RPG.
Larrabee shares the studio’s small size and preference to avoid large office space, prioritizing a lean team.
Echo Point Nova’s reception is described as strong within indie circles, with the Steam algorithm helping connect players.
The interview reveals the challenge of marketing niche indie games and weighing exposure against authenticity.
Larrabee reflects on the indie FPS space’s vitality and the potential for a future open-world RPG with more team members.
He notes the balance between speed and accessibility, offering options to accommodate players who prefer slower pacing.

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