Rockstar Says Future Games Will Not Take Eight Years to Make
· Technology · GamesIndustry.biz, Gadgets360
Rockstar Games leadership stated that upcoming titles will not require the lengthy eight-year development cycles seen with recent major releases. According to the studio, the proprietary engine, development tools, and expanded team built during the production of GTA 6 will streamline future workflows. The studio expects these technological and organizational foundations to allow developers to build and ship games much more quickly. Development timelines for major video game blockbusters have ballooned across the industry due to increasing fidelity and scope requirements. Rockstar's operational shift indicates a concerted effort to shorten production windows for future projects.
Why it matters
Shorter development cycles for Rockstar Games could transform release schedules for major industry blockbusters and change expectations for future franchise installments.
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