Immortals of Aveum Devs Join Rockstar Games Co-Founder’s New Studio

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Immortals of Aveum Devs Join Rockstar Games Co-Founder's New Studio

Key Takeaways

  • Dan Houser’s Absurd Ventures hires Immortals of Aveum devs for new studio, Absurd Marin.
  • Absurd Ventures to release new story-driven adventure title with fresh IP.
  • Absurd Marin aims to impress gamers with quality, leveraging experienced developers.

As a long-time gaming enthusiast with years of immersion into the vast and ever-evolving world of video games, I can’t help but feel a surge of anticipation upon hearing about Absurd Ventures’ latest venture, Absurd Marin. With Dan Houser, the co-founder of Rockstar Games, at the helm, and the addition of key talent from Immortals of Aveum to the roster, it’s hard not to be excited about what’s to come.

Dan Houser recently brought on board developers who had previously worked on the game “Immortals of Aveum” to his team at Absurd Ventures. After leaving Rockstar in 2020, Houser established Absurd Ventures officially in June 2021. Since its inception, Absurd Ventures has produced a fiction podcast titled “A Better Paradise,” and is set to release a series of graphic novels called “American Caper.” The new studio, Absurd Marin, will concentrate on creating video games, leveraging the skills of the developers from “Immortals of Aveum.

As a devoted gamer, I’m thrilled about Dan Houser, co-founder of Rockstar Games, setting up a new studio! After all, the games he helped create are among the most celebrated in gaming history. It’s this track record that has many of us eagerly awaiting what this new venture could bring. The buzz surrounding Absurd Ventures is palpable, with gamers hoping it will have as profound an impact on the gaming world as Rockstar Games has and continues to do. With rumors swirling about Grand Theft Auto 6, we’re all hoping for record-breaking sales!

According to a report by GI.biz, Absurd Ventures has established a new studio known as Absurd Marin, staffed with former employees from Ascendant Studio. Notable among the new team members is industry veteran Bret Robbins, who has contributed to various renowned games throughout his career. Bret Robbins’ gaming industry background encompasses positions such as a tester for “Gex: Enter the Gecko” and Creative Director at Sledgehammer Games during the creation of “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare” (released in 2023).

Absurd Ventures Launches Absurd Marin

A representative from Absurd Marin informed GI that their team consists of 20 key developers from Immortals of Aveum, hinting at potential staff growth. One of the video games Absurd Marin is developing is classified as a “story-driven adventure game,” leveraging unique intellectual property. This could be enticing news for gamers seeking fresh experiences, especially since many sequels were launched during the previous gaming generation. Notably, numerous well-respected game developers have announced new IPs, and given Absurd Marin’s reputation for excellence, there is a possibility that their upcoming games will captivate on a similar level.

Apart from Absurd Marin, other recently established studios led by seasoned developers are also daring to try something novel. For instance, Stig Asmussen, known for directing the Star Wars Jedi series, departed Respawn Entertainment and EA to establish Giant Skull. The past projects that these developers have been involved in have created quite a buzz, leaving fans eagerly anticipating whether their future creations will meet or exceed those lofty expectations.

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2024-09-14 05:03