Rocksteady begins search for Game Director for its next Batman game

Rocksteady Studios, the acclaimed developer behind the Batman: Arkham series, is actively seeking a Game Director for its next major project. A job listing posted by Warner Bros. Discovery on February 17th reveals the studio's search for a creative leader to craft a "high-quality game design." The ideal candidate will possess expertise in diverse genres, including third-person action, open-world adventures, and—crucially—melee combat systems. This focus on melee combat has fueled speculation of a return to the Batman universe, a franchise synonymous with Rocksteady's success.

The requirements outlined in the job description strongly align with the gameplay mechanics of the Batman: Arkham trilogy, unlike the studio's recent release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which prioritized gunplay. Given the early stage of the hiring process, the new game is likely still in its conceptual phase. Industry insider Jason Schreier has indicated that, should Rocksteady indeed develop a new single-player Batman title, it wouldn't be expected for several years.

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Rocksteady's Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, released February 2nd, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, received mixed reception, scoring 63/100 on Metacritic (critics) and a 4.2/10 user score.

Previous reports have hinted at a potential Rocksteady return to the Batman franchise, with rumors suggesting a project inspired by the Batman Beyond animated series.