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Glen Schofield bows out after a 35-year shaping of AAA gaming
gaming6 days ago

Glen Schofield bows out after a 35-year shaping of AAA gaming

Glen Schofield, a veteran game director responsible for Dead Space, multiple Call of Duty titles and The Callisto Protocol, has announced his retirement after a 35-year career. In a LinkedIn video he reflected on the industry’s “greatest creative explosions,” thanked colleagues at EA and Activision, and highlighted leadership roles at Visceral Games, Sledgehammer Games, and Striking Distance Studios. He emphasized the enduring importance of creativity even as development costs rise, and suggested the next generation should take the baton after he finishes The Callisto Protocol.

Glen Schofield retires after a 35-year game development run
technology6 days ago

Glen Schofield retires after a 35-year game development run

Glen Schofield, Dead Space co-creator and Sledgehammer Games founder, has announced his retirement after more than 35 years in game development, thanking colleagues, fans and family; his last major project was The Callisto Protocol, and after leaving his studio in 2023 he briefly pitched Dead Space 4 to EA, which did not materialize, while expressing optimism for the industry's future.

Glen Schofield Retires, Celebrates 35-Year Journey Through a Bright Gaming Industry
news7 days ago

Glen Schofield Retires, Celebrates 35-Year Journey Through a Bright Gaming Industry

Glen Schofield, founder of Sledgehammer Games and creator of Dead Space, announced his retirement in a four-minute LinkedIn video, reflecting on a 35-year career across Visceral, Sledgehammer, and Striking Distance, noting Dead Space 4 attempts that never came to fruition, and urging the next generation to explore ideas in an industry he calls amazing and bright for the future.

"Top New Games Hitting Xbox Game Pass and More in June 2024"
gaming2 years ago

"Top New Games Hitting Xbox Game Pass and More in June 2024"

Microsoft has announced the first wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in June 2024, including Octopath Traveler, Octopath Traveler 2, Depersonalization, Isonzo, The Callisto Protocol, and Still Wakes the Deep. The lineup features a mix of JRPGs, horror, and historical shooters, with some titles available as day-one launches. Additionally, several games will leave the service on June 15.

"Sony's October 2023 PS Plus Games Leaked in Exclusive Leak"
gaming2 years ago

"Sony's October 2023 PS Plus Games Leaked in Exclusive Leak"

Sony's free PS Plus games for October 2023 have been leaked, revealing that subscribers will be able to download and play Farming Simulator 2022 and The Callisto Protocol for free. The Callisto Protocol is a survival horror game and a spiritual successor to the Dead Space series, while Farming Simulator 2022 offers a console version of the popular farming simulation game.

"October 2023 PlayStation Plus Free Games Leak Ahead of Reveal"
gaming2 years ago

"October 2023 PlayStation Plus Free Games Leak Ahead of Reveal"

Two of the three free games for October's PlayStation Plus lineup have leaked ahead of the official reveal. The leaked games are survival horror game The Callisto Protocol and farming simulator game Farming Simulator 22. The identity of the third free game is still unknown. The Callisto Protocol, created by Dead Space creator Glen Schofield's Striking Distance Studios, received mixed reviews but is worth checking out for horror fans. Farming Simulator 22 offers a chance to experience farming without the early morning wake-ups. The full lineup will be announced on September 27, and the games will be available from October 3 to November 7.

"Leaked: October 2023's PlayStation Plus Essential Games Lineup Revealed"
gaming2 years ago

"Leaked: October 2023's PlayStation Plus Essential Games Lineup Revealed"

The two headline games for October 2023's PlayStation Plus Essential subscription service have been leaked as The Callisto Protocol and Farming Simulator 22. These games will be available for download from October 3 to November 6. The Essential tier of PlayStation Plus offers subscribers access to a selection of free games each month, while the more expensive Extra and Premium tiers provide additional features such as access to a game catalog, game trials, and cloud streaming. Sony recently increased the prices of PlayStation Plus subscriptions and is currently testing cloud streaming for PS5 games, which will be available to Premium subscribers.

"The Callisto Protocol's Final Chapter DLC: Release Date and Platform Revealed"
gaming3 years ago

"The Callisto Protocol's Final Chapter DLC: Release Date and Platform Revealed"

The Callisto Protocol will receive a new piece of DLC called Final Transmission, which will launch as a timed exclusive on PlayStation for 48 hours on June 27, and then be released on all other platforms on June 29. Striking Distance Studios calls it a “heart-pounding final chapter,” indicating that this could be the game’s only story DLC. The Callisto Protocol reportedly underperformed in sales when it debuted, but has received several updates since its release last December.

"Callisto Protocol's Timed PlayStation Exclusive DLC Announces Final Chapter Release"
gaming3 years ago

"Callisto Protocol's Timed PlayStation Exclusive DLC Announces Final Chapter Release"

The Callisto Protocol's story DLC, Final Transmission, will be released first on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on June 27, followed by Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on June 29. This is the first narrative-based expansion for the game, and it will be included in the $29.99 season pass. The DLC features a new creature and is the final chapter of The Callisto Protocol. The game has previously received free updates and other DLC, including cosmetics and new modes.