In a long-awaited interview, Ken Levine, the mastermind behind BioShock Infinite, discusses Judas - delving into themes of treachery and deceit.
In the gaming world, anticipation is building for the upcoming release of Judas, a first-person shooter developed by Ghost Story Games. Founded by Ken Levine in 2017 under Take-Two Interactive, the studio is best known for its concept of 'Villainy,' where the player's actions determine the main antagonist.
Judas, initially slated for a 2017 launch, has faced multiple delays due to development issues and staff departures. The game is set on a collapsing starship, where players interact with the 'Big 3' characters. Each character has unique goals, and while players can try to befriend all of them, one will be left out due to the player's decisions.
The development team is working tirelessly towards the release of Judas, which is expected to launch at some point by March 2025, according to Take-Two Interactive's financial results. However, the official release date has not been finalized to avoid potential delays.
In Judas, players will find themselves in a world where making difficult decisions about who to focus on and who to alienate is crucial. The goal is to make losing a character feel significant. Ignoring a character can cause them to gain new abilities that can potentially threaten the player.
Security chief Tom offers 'Rent-a-Deputy' robots that can assist in combat. However, annoying Tom causes these robots to turn hostile against the player. This adds another layer of strategy to the game, as players must navigate their interactions carefully.
Meanwhile, in the gaming industry, Rod Fergusson has taken charge as the new studio head on the next BioShock. However, BioShock is still facing development issues despite Levine's departure. Multiple employees quit due to Levine's management style, causing delays in Judas' development.
In a surprising twist, Judas is not the only 'Judas' making headlines. Lady Gaga's presumed release date for her album 'Born This Way' includes a song titled 'Judas' on September 19, 2025.
As we await the release of Judas, the gaming community is eagerly anticipating the unique gameplay and storyline that Ghost Story Games promises to deliver. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting new title.
