Aside from the mod contest, Simon also confirmed they're rolling out more modding tools and an in-game mod browser in the coming months. Nice to get the mod browser confirmed for this year, I'm really looking forward to it.
I really think that mods are what is going to ensure a long life for Hytale. Looks like Simon feels the same way. :)
To me it reads like booth a contest and a headhunt for talent which is good because there they should get exactly the ones that want it to be a good game
More like cheap labor. They get loads of content for a low fee of $100k. Actually hiring people would be much costlier.
Hytale
A community for the much-anticipated block game!
Hytale is a sandbox/RPG game inspired by Minecraft, but with a bigger focus on creativity, combat, and adventure. It also features powerful modding and world-creation tools, making it much easier to build upon compared to similar games.
Rules: The same as any other community. Keep all content related to Hytale. Don't be rude, hostile, or annoying. Use common sense. Thanks!