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Housemarque interview: ‘With Sony, we have a runway to go even wilder’ | VGC

Returnal's narrative designer explains how development of PS5's hardest blockbuster shaped the studio'

www.videogameschronicle.com

“Definitely. We grew so much as a team. We didn’t quite know what Returnal was going to be when we started building it. Now that we have figured it out and that the formula worked so well, we’re looking at what’s next. Now that we’ve been bought by Sony, we have a runway to go even wilder, with all that financial backing and stability.”

Korhonen told us that while the next game will indeed be a new IP, some of Returnal’s DNA will flow through the new project. “Returnal was so ambitious. We dreamt super big, but we still had to leave so much on the cutting room floor,” she explained. “All of these ideas and narrative systems. I’m super excited to pick up those pieces and see how those fit our new IP story."

also, the final secret of the Tower of Sisyphus is yet to be uncovered:

“I’ve been stalking our subreddit, and there have been wonderful little discoveries… there is something I’m still hoping that they will discover about the Tower Sisyphus. It’s not as much of a secret, more like a nice philosophical reference to the name. But nobody has put that on Reddit yet, so I haven’t seen anyone make that connection. But hopefully, someone will maybe after this.”

 

[DeepEnigma]

 

[Magic Carpet]

Twin Stick ?

 

[Bartski]

nice job VGC on the article in general, good read

 

[Punished Miku]

Nex Machina is a masterpiece. Returnal did not click with me at all though.

Definitely interested to see what comes next. Most of their games are top tier for sure.

 

[ChorizoPicozo]

New IP?. Noice. It seems Playstation still gets it.

 

[DeepEnigma]

also, the final secret of the Tower of Sisyphus is yet to be uncovered:

So look for a guy pushing a boulder or possibly not as on the nose?

 

[Badlucktroll]

Wish they were making Contra. Konami please let your ips go.

 

[GHG]

Nex Machina is a masterpiece. Returnal did not click with me at all though.

Definitely interested to see what comes next. Most of their games are top tier for sure.

I struggled with returnal because of the aiming on controller combined with the lack of rogue lite elements. I'll give it another go on PC with keyboard and mouse. I'm sure there will also end up being some excellent mods for the game.

 

[Roxkis_ii]

Returnal is my current favorite game. I'm look forward to what Housemarque puts out next.

 

[Tomi]

I want Returnal 2

Nothing more, nothing less

 

[Bartski]

PSVR2 perhaps?

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

I want a Metroid version of Returnal. Ditch the roguelike stuff but keep the awesome gameplay.

 

[Con-Z-epT]

They seem to be very passionate. After the big leap they made with Returnal nothing seems to be impossible for them. I'm very excited for what will spawn next out of this incredible studio.

 

[ShirAhava]

The only playstation studio I care about at this point. Excited for whats next.

 

[Markio128]

I want a Metroid version of Returnal. Ditch the roguelike stuff but keep the awesome gameplay.

I’m not sure about a Metroid-like, but a more straight forward linear shooter with the gameplay of Returnal would be pretty cool, with awesome bosses and online leaderboards.

 

[GametimeUK]

Returnal is just such a gamers game I have nothing but immense love for it. I hope we get a PC version at some point. Very much anticipating their next release.

 

[BlvckFox]

Returnal has been one of my favorite games in recent memory, excited to see what they do next. I do hope in the future they come back to the Returnal Universe.

 

[tmlDan]

I struggled with returnal because of the aiming on controller combined with the lack of rogue lite elements. I'll give it another go on PC with keyboard and mouse. I'm sure there will also end up being some excellent mods for the game.

i dont quite understand this, the controls on console are fantastic.

 

[ParaSeoul]

Don't be a roguelike
Don't be a roguelike
Don't be a roguelike

 

[VN1X]

I want Returnal on PC first. Then we'll talk.

 

[Captain Toad]

Housemarque going AAA is the most refreshing thing for AAA games in a long time.

 

[Chronicle]

Playing returnal now. It's great. Love Housemarqee games

 

[Akt]

Edit.

 

[Ev1L AuRoN]

That's all I need to hear it. Bring it on Housemarque.

 

[ParaSeoul]

I want Returnal on PC first. Then we'll talk.

 

[Heisenberg007]

HouseMarque is one of those very few studios that whatever they do next, I'll be there day one.

They create just absolutely mind-blowing stuff. Their gameplay "fun" level is unmatched.

 

[Kokoloko85]

I still play Returnal almost daily. So addictive.
Day 1 for their next title

 

[FalsettoVibe]

I want a Metroid version of Returnal. Ditch the roguelike stuff but keep the awesome gameplay.

THIS. Give me a Metroid like experience with all sorts of gadgets, upgrades and unique bosses.

 

[DarthPutin]

I try not to think about their new game, because it's still years away. Otherwise I am pumped, I love their worlds and narrative, though a bit too vague, was at its heart very good.

Also hoping for not-roguelike, but still with horror edge to it.

 

[Sosokrates]

I expect lots of particles.

 

[Physiognomonics]

I want Returnal 2

Nothing more, nothing less

Unfortunately they don't do sequels. (It's a big mistake).

I am still waiting for Resogun 2.

 

[GHG]

i dont quite understand this, the controls on console are fantastic.

Not saying the controls are bad, I've just never really got on with using a controller for shooters. In this case the high difficulty exasperates things for me.

 

[The Shepard]

Please no rouge like, don't like them. Just give us a metriodvania with returnal like gameplay and ill be all In.

 

[DeepEnigma]

I expect lots of particles.

And they'll be HDR glorious!

 

[MagnesD3]

I want a Metroid version of Returnal. Ditch the roguelike stuff but keep the awesome gameplay.

Yeah I really enjoyed returnal but it's weak as a roguelike. Just give me the good art, sound, gunplay, bullet hell enemies and intriguing protagonist from it and were good.

 

[Cert.in.Death]

More "look at the booty shooty" and "diarrhea Christmas lights," please.

 

[It's all in the wrist]

Excellent. I don't care for the structure of Returnal, but Housemarque has made solid gold for as long as I can remember. It's a miracle they're still around.

 

[8BiTw0LF]

Housemarque are

 

[BossLackey]

I'm so glad we're getting these larger budget but very arcadey games through them. I'm sure it will be an insta-buy.

 

[Ezekiel_]

Will be there.

That mix of AAA and arcade gameplay makes them rare in the biz.

 

[Elder Legend]

Good. Returnal was fun.

 

[yurinka]

Awesome news, I'll love to see more AAA arcade stuff from them.

I want Returnal on PC first. Then we'll talk.

I think the Nvidia list had it listed to be released just after Scalebound

 

[Haggard]

breaking news: game developer is working on a game.

 

[MasterCornholio]

They keep getting better so I’m excited for their next title. I still need to get Returnal though.

 

[VN1X]

Awesome news, I'll love to see more AAA arcade stuff from them.


I think the Nvidia list had it listed to be released just after Scalebound

Why do you have to be so cruel.

 

[Varteras]

Don't be a roguelike
Don't be a roguelike
Don't be a roguelike

Be a roguelike
Be a roguelike
Be a roguelike


Because fuck you

 

[Pelta88]

Housemarque have earned my trust and support.

Quality > Everything else.

 

[Sosokrates]

And they'll be HDR glorious!

I hope they move onto UE5. Returnal with nanite + lumen would be real sweet, even if paired back to reach 60fps.

 

[MightySquirrel]

"..even more ambitious than Returnal"