US EditionBioShock 4 Reportedly Getting a Narrative Overhaul Amid Development Struggles
NO LOC, AUG 1 – BioShock 4 failed an internal review due to narrative issues, prompting leadership changes and a story overhaul as 2K Games aims to improve the project before release.
- 2K Games is overhauling development of BioShock 4 after the game failed a publisher review focused on its narrative weaknesses.
- The overhaul follows a decade-long development period at Cloud Chamber studio, with leadership changes including the removal of Kelley Gilmore as head.
- In 2022, Liz Albl, who previously worked on Ghost of Tsushima, was appointed as the narrative lead, while Hogarth de la Plante was moved from his role leading creative direction to a position within publishing.
- 2K Games affirmed its strong dedication to producing a BioShock title that surpasses fans’ high expectations, emphasizing their ongoing efforts to secure the franchise’s successful future.
- The narrative overhaul and management shifts imply the new BioShock will face continued delays before release, extending the franchise's hiatus since 2013’s BioShock Infinite.
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