Rocksteady Studios, the acclaimed developer behind the Batman: Arkham series, is actively seeking a Game Director for its next major project. A job listing posted by Warner Bros. Discovery on February 17th reveals the studio's search for a leader to oversee the creation of a "high-quality game design." The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in diverse genres, including third-person action, open-world adventures, and—crucially—melee combat games.
This hiring announcement has ignited speculation regarding Rocksteady's next venture. The emphasis on melee combat and open-world design strongly suggests a potential return to the Batman universe, the franchise that catapulted Rocksteady to international fame. This contrasts sharply with their recent release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which prioritized gunplay over hand-to-hand combat.
Given the early stage of the hiring process, the new game is undoubtedly in its conceptual phase. Industry insider Jason Schreier has cautioned that, should Rocksteady indeed embark on a new single-player Batman title, fans shouldn't anticipate its release for several years.
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Rocksteady's most recent project, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, launched on February 2nd, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. The game has received a mixed reception, scoring 63/100 on Metacritic (critics) and a 4.2/10 user score.
Previous reports have hinted at a possible return to the Batman franchise, with rumors suggesting a project potentially inspired by the acclaimed Batman Beyond animated series.
