Rocksteady Seeks Game Director for New Batman Game

Rocksteady Studios is preparing for its next major project, as evidenced by a recent job listing from Warner Bros. Discovery on February 17 for a Game Director. The role demands the creation of a "high-quality game design" that covers core gameplay mechanics, player progression, combat systems, and mission design. The ideal candidate should have a broad experience, including third-person action, open-world adventures, and melee combat games. This has led to speculation that Rocksteady may be returning to the beloved Batman universe, which aligns well with the job's requirements, unlike their latest release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which emphasized gunplay over melee combat.

Given that Rocksteady is still in the early stages of hiring, the new game is likely in its conceptual phase. Industry insider Jason Schreier has indicated that if Rocksteady proceeds with a new single-player Batman game, fans should not expect it to be released for several years.

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Rocksteady's most recent title, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, was released on February 2, 2024, for 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.

Rumors have circulated that Rocksteady might revisit the Batman franchise, with some suggesting a project inspired by the Batman Beyond animated series.