In a surprising revelation, Chris Stockman, the design director for the original Saints Row, has expressed a bleak outlook for the beloved franchise. He recently shared that he believes the series is effectively dead, a sentiment that reverberates through the gaming community, especially given the recent turbulent history of the franchise.
After conversations with Embracer Group regarding his pitch for a prequel, Stockman reported a lapse in communication, claiming that the publisher has effectively ghosted him. This announcement follows the closure of Volition, the studio behind Saints Row, which added a significant layer of uncertainty surrounding the game’s future.
Stockman, now leading VR studio Bit Planet Games, highlighted that discussions of a potential revival for Saints Row have apparently gone nowhere. It’s a heavy blow for fans who have cherished the outrageous antics and vibrant atmosphere the series offered, particularly given the recent underwhelming reception of the last entry.
The fate of the franchise seems particularly grim. With Stockman feeling sidelined and Embracer showing little interest in reviving the series, it raises questions about what could have been had there been a commitment to explore new narratives. The notion of a grounded, 70s-inspired prequel had the potential to breathe new life into Saints Row, but without active support, it appears those ideas will fade away, leaving fans wondering if the chaos and humor they loved will ever return to the gaming landscape.
Source: rockpapershotgun.com
