No, Jandel is not completely leaving Grow a Garden. While he has reduced his visible presence in the game's Discord server and shifted some focus to his new project Plants Versus Brain (Plants vs Brainrots), he remains involved with Grow a Garden as one of the key developers and owners through Splitting Point Studios.
| Aspect | Status |
|---|---|
| Jandel's Role | Still co-owner and developer |
| Current Focus | Balancing between Grow a Garden and Plants vs Brainrots |
| Lead Announcements | DJ Jai (Jhailatte) and team |
| Game Status | Active with regular updates |
| Player Base | Strong and continuing |
| Next Update | September 27, 2025 |
The Roblox community has been buzzing with speculation about Jandel's future with Grow a Garden, especially as players notice his reduced activity in the official Discord server. However, the truth is more nuanced than a simple departure story. Let me break down exactly what's happening and what it means for the millions of gardeners who've made this game a phenomenon.
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Many players mistakenly believe Jandel is the sole creator of Grow a Garden, but that's never been the case. The game was originally created by an anonymous 16-year-old developer known as BMWLux who developed the initial version in just three days. Jandel's Splitting Point Studios purchased a 50% share of the game in April 2025 when it had around 1,000 concurrent users.
Since then, the ownership structure has evolved to include:
Jandel became the public face of Grow a Garden not because he was the sole developer, but because of his incredible community engagement. He frequently ran admin events, shared updates on social media, and interacted directly with players. This visibility naturally led many to associate the game primarily with him.
Several recent developments sparked concerns about Jandel's involvement:
Players began noticing in late August and early September 2025 that Jandel wasn't as active in the official Grow a Garden Discord server, which boasts over 6 million members. Where he once regularly posted announcements and engaged with the community, other developers started taking the lead.
DJ Jai (whose real name is Jhailatte and who happens to be Jandel's cousin) has become increasingly visible in the game's operations. As the lead developer, he's been:
Perhaps the biggest catalyst for speculation has been Jandel's involvement with a new game called Plants Versus Brain, more commonly known as Plants vs Brainrots. This hybrid idle game combines elements from Grow a Garden, Steal a Brainrot, and the classic Plants vs. Zombies, and has quickly gained traction on Roblox.
After helping Grow a Garden reach unprecedented heights – including breaking the all-time video game concurrent player record with 22.3 million players on August 23, 2025 – it's natural for any developer to seek new creative challenges. Jandel himself has been developing on Roblox for over 8 years, creating successful titles like:
The game has faced some difficulties in recent months:
These challenges likely influenced Jandel's decision to explore new projects while maintaining his connection to Grow a Garden.
Despite speculation, Grow a Garden remains one of Roblox's most successful games:
Rather than being abandoned, Grow a Garden now benefits from a larger, more diverse development team:
The game's roadmap remains ambitious with planned additions including:
Jandel's new project isn't a complete departure from the Grow a Garden universe. Plants vs Brainrots shares DNA with his previous work:
Having Jandel work on both games could actually benefit Grow a Garden:
Many longtime players have expressed worry about:
However, others see this as positive evolution:
By diversifying his projects, Jandel is avoiding the burnout that often plagues single-game developers. This approach has worked for other successful Roblox developers who maintain multiple projects simultaneously.
Grow a Garden's transition from a single-developer focus to a team-based approach mirrors successful games like Adopt Me! and Brookhaven, which have maintained popularity through collaborative development.
The friendly rivalry between Grow a Garden and games like Steal a Brainrot (evidenced by the Admin Abuse War in August 2025) drives innovation and keeps both games fresh and exciting.
No, Jandel is not quitting Grow a Garden entirely. He remains one of the co-owners through Splitting Point Studios and continues to be involved in the game's development, though with reduced day-to-day visibility.
DJ Jai (real name Jhailatte) is Jandel's cousin and the lead developer of Grow a Garden. He's taken a more visible role in making announcements and running events while Jandel balances his time between multiple projects.
No, Grow a Garden continues to thrive with millions of daily players and regular updates. The expanded development team ensures the game's longevity regardless of any individual developer's involvement level.
Plants vs Brainrots (also called Plants Versus Brain) is Jandel's new project that combines elements from Grow a Garden, Steal a Brainrot, and Plants vs. Zombies. It's a separate game but shares similar mechanics and could lead to crossover opportunities.
Yes, Grow a Garden continues to receive regular updates. The next major update is scheduled for September 27, 2025, with ongoing events and content additions planned throughout the year.
Join the official Discord server, follow the game's social media accounts, and check community resources like the Grow a Garden Wiki and Reddit for the latest news and updates.
There's no need for concern. Grow a Garden maintains a strong player base, receives regular updates, and has a dedicated development team ensuring its continued success.
While Jandel may occasionally appear for special events, DJ Jai and other team members have primarily taken over admin event duties. This allows for more frequent and varied events overall.
The narrative that Jandel is "leaving" Grow a Garden is more fiction than fact. What's really happening is a natural evolution of a massively successful game transitioning from a single prominent developer to a collaborative team effort. Jandel remains involved, just less visibly, while exploring new creative ventures that could ultimately benefit the Grow a Garden community.
This shift represents maturity, not abandonment. Grow a Garden has grown beyond any single developer – it's become a phenomenon sustained by a dedicated team and millions of passionate players. Rather than mourning Jandel's reduced visibility, we should celebrate the game's evolution and the fresh perspectives that new leadership brings.
Remember to bookmark this page for updates on Grow a Garden and Jandel's involvement! The situation continues to evolve, and we'll keep you informed of any major developments in the Roblox gardening phenomenon that captured the world's attention in 2025.