DONTNOD Teases SEVEN Games, FOUR Unannounced

Game development studio Dontnod, famous for titles such as "Tell Me Why" and "Vampyr," has announced that they have seven games in development, with four still under wraps. The studio has revealed its strategy to focus on three key genres: RPGs, narrative adventures, and action adventures. Among the announced titles is "Lost Records: Bloom & Rage," a game announced at The Game Awards 2023 and set to create a connected universe. The internal team is working on five projects, with external developers Tolima and Tiny Bull Studios handling two titles, including the hand-drawn, musical adventure "Koira." Dontnod's reorganization aims to improve their focus on AA games or slightly higher, steering clear from the AAA space, to better concentrate their efforts and skills. "Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden" is their most recent release, met with positive reception, particularly for its engaging story and investigative gameplay, despite criticism of its combat mechanics.

What platforms is Dontnod's upcoming game "Lost Records: Bloom & Rage" being developed for?

"Lost Records: Bloom & Rage" is currently under development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Dontnod Entertainment has built a reputation for creating deep, narrative-driven experiences, with their breakout title "Life is Strange" setting a benchmark in the genre. The studio has often been praised for its storytelling, character development, and innovative gameplay mechanics that blend choice and consequence into the gaming experience. With their announcement about focusing on RPG, narrative adventure, and action adventure games, fans can likely expect more immersive storytelling and engaging gameplay in future releases from Dontnod. As they expand their portfolio with a varied slate of games in development and a continued commitment to the AA gaming scene, the games industry will be looking forward to what innovative directions the studio takes next.