Overwatch Director Reveals His Next Game And It Looks Like Red Dead Redemption 2 Meets Rust
Overwatch Director Jeff Kaplan has resurfaced five years after leaving Blizzard with a new game. The game, which he has been working on in secret, is a departure from the team-based shooter that Overwatch is known for.
Kaplan, who was the director of Overwatch for many years, has been open about his desire to create a game that is more focused on storytelling and player choice. In an interview with Kotaku, he revealed that his new game is a single-player, open-world experience that combines elements of Red Dead Redemption 2 and Rust.
"I've always been fascinated by the idea of creating a game that is both a story-driven experience and a sandbox game," Kaplan said. "I think that's what I'm trying to achieve with this new game."
The game, which is currently in development, is expected to be released on PC and consoles in the near future. Kaplan has not yet announced a release date or any further details about the game.
Kaplan's departure from Blizzard was a surprise to many in the gaming community. He had been a key figure in the development of Overwatch and had been instrumental in shaping the game's direction.
In a previous interview with Kotaku, Kaplan spoke about his reasons for leaving Blizzard. "There was too much focus on making lots of money really fast," he said. "I think that's a problem that a lot of game developers face, and it's something that I've always tried to avoid."
Kaplan's new game is a significant departure from Overwatch, and it will be interesting to see how players react to it. The game's open-world design and focus on storytelling are a departure from the more linear gameplay of Overwatch.
The game's setting is also a departure from the futuristic world of Overwatch. Kaplan has revealed that the game is set in a post-apocalyptic world, where players must survive against hostile enemies.
"I think that's a really interesting setting," Kaplan said. "It's a world that is both familiar and yet completely alien. I think that's something that players will really respond to."
Kaplan's new game is a significant risk for him, but it could also be a major opportunity. If the game is successful, it could establish Kaplan as a major player in the gaming industry.
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[1] Overwatch Director Reveals His Next Game And It Looks Like Red Dead Redemption 2 Meets Rust
[2] Overwatch Director Jeff Kaplan Breaks His Silence On Leaving Blizzard: ‘There Was Too Much Focus On Lets Make Lots Of Money Really Fast’