Rocksteady Seeks Game Director for New Batman Game

Rocksteady Studios, renowned for their work on the Batman: Arkham series, is now on the hunt for a Game Director for their next major project. A job listing posted by Warner Bros. Discovery on February 17 indicates that the studio is seeking someone who can spearhead the creation of a "high-quality game design." This role will involve overseeing core gameplay mechanics, player progression, combat systems, and mission design.

The ideal candidate should have a versatile background, with experience in third-person action, open-world adventures, and melee combat games. This has fueled speculation that Rocksteady might be returning to the Batman universe, a franchise that has been a hallmark of their success. The Batman: Arkham series, known for its focus on melee combat and intricate world design, fits perfectly with the job description, unlike their latest release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which leaned more towards gunplay.

Currently, Rocksteady is in the early stages of hiring, suggesting that the new game is still in its conceptual phase. Industry insider Jason Schreier has indicated that if Rocksteady indeed decides to develop a new single-player Batman game, fans should not anticipate its release for several years.

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Rocksteady's most recent title, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, was released on February 2, 2024, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. The game has garnered mixed reviews, with a critic score of 63 out of 100 and a user score of 4.2 out of 10 on Metacritic.

There have been whispers in the gaming community that Rocksteady might explore the Batman Beyond universe for their next project, adding another layer of excitement and anticipation among fans.