EA Rejects Dead Space Sequel

EA's lack of interest in a Dead Space 4 sequel was revealed by series creator Glen Schofield in a recent interview with Dan Allen Gaming. The interview sheds light on the reasons behind the publisher's decision. EA's Current Stance on Dead Space 4

Future Hopes for a New Dead Space Game Remain

The future of Dead Space 4 remains uncertain, potentially indefinitely delayed or cancelled altogether. During a YouTube interview with Dan Allen Gaming, Glen Schofield, along with developers Christopher Stone and Bret Robbins, confirmed EA's rejection of their proposal for a fourth installment.

The discussion arose when Stone recounted his son's enthusiasm for the game, prompting a wish for a sequel. The team revealed they pitched a Dead Space 4 concept to EA earlier this year, only to be met with immediate rejection. Schofield explained, "We didn’t go too deep. They just said ‘We’re not interested right now, we appreciate it blah blah blah’ and we know who to talk to, so we didn’t go take it any further." They respected EA's decision, acknowledging the publisher's focus on profitability and established release schedules. Stone also highlighted the current industry climate, characterized by risk aversion, particularly with older franchises.

Despite the success of the recent Dead Space remake (an 89 Metacritic score and "Very Positive" Steam reviews), EA's apparent reluctance to greenlight a new entry suggests that the remake's performance might not have met their internal expectations for financial risk.

However, the developers remain hopeful about a future Dead Space 4. Stone expressed optimism, stating, "Maybe one day, I think we’d all love to do it," a sentiment echoed by his colleagues. They possess fresh ideas and are eager to return to the franchise, though their current individual projects and separate studios make an immediate sequel unlikely. The desire to revive the acclaimed horror series persists, suggesting a potential return in the future.