Avatar: The Last Airbender’s AAA Game Sounds Awesome: But It Possibly Derails The Development of Another Fan-Favorite Franchise’s Title
Saber Interactive, the developer behind Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2, has announced a new AAA game set in the Avatar: The Last Airbender universe. But as exciting as this announcement is, there is also a concern to be had. A project like this will no doubt be big and ambitious.
The franchise hasn’t seen a game of this scale yet. | Credits: Paramount Pictures
And it might disrupt the development of the other games that Saber is working on. Namely Jurassic Park: Survival and the Knights of The Old Republic remake. So how will the studio manage this kind of workload and project lineup without delays and quality issues?
A big AAA Game Project For Avatar: The Last Airbender Has Been Long Due
There’s so much potential for a AAA game in the Avatar franchise. | Image Credit: Nickelodeon
According to an exclusive report by IGN, the new Avatar: The Last Airbender game will introduce players to an all-new Avatar. The set thousands of years in the past, offering a perspective on the beloved universe that we’ve never seen before. Fans can expect to see an “all-new, never-before-seen Avatar.”
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Although in early development, the game is expected to be the largest entry in the franchise’s gaming history, developed in close collaboration with Avatar Studios, headed by original creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko.
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According to the announcement, the game promises to explore new and familiar elements within the beloved franchise. Fans will be able to master all four elements, participate in dynamic combat, and explore a vibrant world rich in the lore of the Avatar universe.
TWO MILLION Space Marines have joined the fight to protect the Imperium in #SpaceMarine2. ⚔️ We're so grateful!!💙 pic.twitter.com/ptHVxRKhWQ— Focus Entertainment (@Focus_entmt) September 10, 2024
Saber Interactive has earned its reputation with high-quality titles, notably with the recent success of Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2. The game broke records, becoming the most-played Warhammer video game on Steam, showcasing the studio’s ability to deliver hit titles.
But can the studio effectively develop the game without delaying one of its other high-profile projects? Without any delays or sacrifices in quality?
Can Saber Interactive Manage Multiple Projects at the Same Time?
Saber has a lot on its plate so there’s no telling of what’s coming. | Image credit: Netflix
Given the previous track record of Avatar games, which have often disappointed fans, the expectations for this AAA RPG are high. For years, fans of the franchise have been yearning for a big-budget title that can do justice to the rich lore and world-building of the Avatar universe.
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In a recent interview, Tim Willits, Chief Creative Officer at Saber Interactive, noted that the success of Space Marine 2 has given the studio the confidence to “dream bigger” with its upcoming projects.
The collaboration between Saber Interactive and Avatar Studios is exciting, especially with Saber’s expertise in creating immersive, large-scale games. But the pressure to deliver is immense, and with multiple projects on their plate, it remains unclear how the studio will maintain its usual high standards.
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In addition to Jurassic Park: Survival, Saber Interactive has several other high-profile projects in the pipeline. This includes A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead and John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando. Sabe has a lot of irons in the fire. But given that the studio hasn’t promised a release date for any project, priorities can change at any time.
Saber has won the praise and approval of fans with Space Marine 2, but will the studio step up and become even better with this new opportunity? Or will it falter and fall like others before it? Only time will tell.
Are you looking forward to this reported AAA Avatar game? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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