After a reasonably tumultuous few years of delays, layoffs, and the dropping of the whole growth group, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 lives as soon as extra. UK studio The Chinese language Room is the brand new growth group, and is aiming to launch subsequent yr.
Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 provides a brand new chapter to its chaotic, troubled story
Writer and IP holder Paradox Interactive revealed the information over the weekend, with a video announcement alongside statements from Studio Director Ed Daly and World of Darkness VP Sean Greaney.
Daly stated in his assertion “Vampire: The Masquerade holds a particular place in our hearts. The story world’s darkish setting full of intricate narratives constructed on high of contemporary society completely suits our studio’s catalogue.
He then went on so as to add, “Bloodlines 2 is our most bold venture so far. Followers of the franchise have been eagerly awaiting this recreation, and we’re as much as the problem.”
Improvement of the sport had beforehand been dealt with by Hardsuit Labs. After a number of delays and the firing of artistic director Ka’ai Cluney, narrative designer Cara Ellison, and lead narrative designer Brian Mitsoda Paradox dropped the developer again in 2021 and gave the sport an additional delay added to 2022.
World of Darkness VP Greaney notes how spectacular The Chine Room’s pitch was for taking over the job, and thinks it’s in good fingers, saying, ”They’ve a real ardour for the supply materials, making them perfect companions to develop a narrative within the Vampire: The Masquerade setting that resonates with gamers.”
Greaney goes on to vow there shall be extra to indicate in January 2024 with the sport pencilled in for a Fall 2024 launch.