Blizzard is reportedly working on an open-world shooter, potentially a Starcraft FPS, as suggested by a new job listing and past reports. The listing seeks a Design Director of Innovation for an unannounced game, hinting at a large-scale FPS project. This aligns with earlier rumors of a Starcraft shooter led by former Far Cry 5 director Dan Hay. Blizzard has a history of attempting Starcraft shooters, with previous projects like Starcraft Ghost and Ares being canceled. The new project could mark Blizzard's third attempt at a Starcraft spin-off.
Blizzard is hiring for an 'open-world shooter game,' with job listings for roles like associate design director and senior designer. This follows reports of a new StarCraft shooter in development, as mentioned in Jason Schreier's book. The game details remain undisclosed, but the hiring suggests Blizzard's continued interest in expanding its shooter game portfolio. Previously, a survival game codenamed Odyssey was canceled, which was led by ex-Far Cry boss Dan Hay.
Redfall, the latest game from Arkane Studios, fails to live up to the legacy of Stephen King's Salem's Lot and other popular vampire fiction. The game's narrative is unevenly delivered, and its roots in King's novel and vampire fiction are buried beneath layers of distraction. Redfall's heroes are battling overwhelming odds, but their supernatural powers and the game's dimwitted enemies position the rebels less as bedraggled freedom fighters than as a Red Dawn-style militia hitting back with nearly equal resources. Redfall doesn't do enough to center its best qualities, putting its plot too far in the background of a dull open-world shooter.
Redfall, the new open-world shooter game from Arkane Studios, is now available on Xbox Game Pass. Reviews have been mixed, with some outlets praising its compelling adventure and killer combat, while others criticize its bugs and lack of identity. Redfall currently has a Metacritic score of 64 out of 100 and an Open Critic average of 66 out of 100.
