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EA Did Not Want To Make ‘Dead Space 4,’ Say Creators
In a recent interview with Dan Allen Gaming, the creators of Dead Space, Bret Robbins, Glen Schofield, and Christopher Stone shared their thoughts on the possibility of a fourth installment in the series. Unfortunately for fans, it seems that EA did not want to move forward with a new single-player game.
According to the developers, they had pitched an idea for Dead Space 4, but EA ultimately decided against it. While they respect the publisher’s decision, the creators acknowledge that it makes sense given the current state of the gaming industry.
“We tried [Dead Space 4], we respect their opinion, they know their numbers and what they have to ship,” said Robbins in an interview with Dan Allen Gaming. “The industry is in a weird place, people are really hesitant to take chances on things… who knows, maybe one day.”
It’s worth noting that EA’s priorities seem to be shifting away from single-player experiences like Dead Space. The publisher has been focusing more on online multiplayer games and sports titles, which have proven to be more lucrative.
While fans of the series may be disappointed by this news, it’s not entirely surprising given EA’s recent track record. Just last year, the company cancelled work on a Dead Space 2 remake due to underperformance concerns. The original Dead Space remake that was released in 2023 failed to meet sales expectations, moving only an estimated 2 million units compared to the expected 5 million.
This has led many to speculate that EA may not be interested in funding another single-player game in the series. Instead, they are likely to prioritize games like Apex Legends and other live-service titles that generate consistent revenue through microtransactions.
As for what’s next for Dead Space, it seems unlikely that a sequel will be announced anytime soon. However, fans of the series may still have reason to celebrate. The recent remake has received widespread critical acclaim, earning an impressive 89 on Metacritic.
Source: www.forbes.com
