A real shame, perhaps the only way it would work is if there was someone else who could pick up where they left off, I wouldn't mind taking part of the writing and creativity of the story since I had an idea where it was going. Wouldn't hurt to also message V and ask for any direction incase we continued ourselves as a community. But I also agree something totally new would also work, using the same models perhaps, if not improve them too. Why not.
I do still wish they were to continue it someday, we've waited this long, what's another year or two, we got other games to enjoy ourselves with while we wait. So don't be embarrassed if you come back late, mate. We'll be here waiting.