Killzone Composer Urges Remaster Amid Concerns Over Series’ Dark Tone!

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Summary

  • Horizon Zero Dawn composer Joris de Man thinks a remastered Killzone collection could succeed thanks to growing fan demand in recent years.
  • However, de Man reckons that a new entry in the Killzone franchise may not fit in with modern tastes due to its bleak and dystopian tone.
  • Despite the composer’s uncertainty, the success of gritty war-driven games like Helldivers 2 and Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 indicates some hope for a Killzone revival.

Joris de Man, creator of Guerrilla Games’ 2017 blockbuster Horizon Zero Dawn, has expressed his opinions regarding the potential future of the Killzone franchise. Although he envisions a remastered Killzone collection as potentially thriving, he expresses less certainty about the feasibility of a brand-new installment in the first-person shooter series.

The initial “Killzone” game debuted in 2004, marking the start of a series that was often seen as Sony’s counterpart to blockbuster first-person shooter games such as “Call of Duty” and “Halo.” The “Killzone” games gained fame for their grim, futuristic war-torn atmosphere, high-quality graphics, and the distinctive Helghast. This alien faction, known for its diverse military attire and glowing red eyes, has remained a hallmark of the “Killzone” series to this day. Regrettably, the franchise has been largely inactive since the 2013 release of “Killzone: Shadow Fall,” and even the developers at Guerrilla have shifted their focus elsewhere.

It appears that a new “Killzone” game might be less likely than before, but fans continue to ask for a remastered collection of previous games because many aren’t compatible with PS4 and PS5. In a recent interview, the composer of “Horizon Zero Dawn,” Joris de Man, expressed his belief that a remastered version could be successful. However, he also expressed doubts about the possibility of a completely new “Killzone” title, suggesting that the audience might prefer something more casual and quick-paced instead.

Horizon Zero Dawn Composer Believes Killzone’s “Bleak” Tone Wouldn’t Conform to Modern Tastes

In the opinion of de Man, a new Killzone game should adapt to contemporary sensitivities and player preferences, which might conflict with the franchise’s grim and dystopian atmosphere. However, since this discussion, some have contested de Man’s view that Killzone’s tone is obsolete. These individuals believe that the root of the problem isn’t Killzone’s setting, but rather the dwindling interest in linear, narrative-focused first-person shooters because of the rise of live-service games. Nonetheless, the success of Helldivers 2 and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 demonstrates that there is still a market for dystopian, war-themed shooters, implying that Killzone could find a niche in the current gaming landscape as well.

Regardless of speculation, whether Killzone will resurface in some form is ultimately up to Sony and Guerrilla Games. Last year, Guerrilla Games didn’t acknowledge Killzone’s 20th anniversary, which suggests they aren’t currently working on anything for the franchise. However, considering Sony has shown interest in reviving PlayStation’s older properties, there’s a chance that the growing demand for Killzone might lead to a remaster or two being developed.

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2025-03-28 21:54