I really enjoyed them. "Not seeing the project greenlit--it was time [to leave Activision].

Sledgehammer Games is an American game developer based in Foster City, California known for its work on the Call of Duty Series.

Speaking to Gameinformer, Sledgehammer Games co-founder Glen Schofield talks about how this title will be like a whole new IP for the COD series: We approached this like we would any new IP. With Condry having also left the company and Visceral Games - the studio behind Dead Space - being shut down in 2017, any hope of a new entry in the series seems almost non-existent, which is especially disappointing since Schofield has shared some ideas for a theoretical Dead Space 4. In a time where almost every other game is a sequel or a remake, some gamers have been hungry to see new IPs be made, particularly by the larger triple-A companies. The company also let go of the IP for Destiny after Bungie terminated its publishing deal with the company and as a result is now facing potential lawsuits from its own shareholders. The go-to source for comic book and superhero movie fans. Dead Space co-creator Glen Schofield pitched a new IP to Activision but, for unknown reasons, it was rejected, which in turn led to Schofield's departure from the company.

As for Activision, despite a very successful fiscal year, it's drawn a lot of negative press recently due to the aforementioned layoffs, which is predicted to have a negative effect on their business.

He didn't specify why Activision rejected the proposal but he did highlight the difficulties that developers face when trying to get new ideas off the ground, "It's hard to get a great new IP going, and you've got to put time and money and effort into these things. Activision Plans to Replace Destiny With New IP? 5 months ago in News. For more information read our affiliate linking policy. We provide you with the latest breaking news and videos straight from the entertainment industry. Advanced Warfare Will Be Like A New IP, Sledgehammer Says, Xbox Live Gold Sub Still Needed for Free-to-Play and MMOs, Ubisoft: “Watch Dogs Is A True Next Gen Gaming Experience”, Troy Baker’s Reaction on Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain’s Narrative: “Holy S**t”, Grand Theft Auto V Maintains No. Covering the hottest movie and TV topics that fans want. ... 2K’s new 31st Union studio is making an ‘ambitious and inspired original IP… Sledgehammer’s other co-founder, Michael Condrey, shared his view on how this game could be a uniquely ‘Sledgehammer’ experience. 2018 may have been a strong year for Activision, but 2019 is already looking to be a very dark time in its history. Schofield, who went on to establish the studio Sledgehammer Games - which was responsible for developing a few of Activision's popular Call of Duty titles like Modern Warfare 3 - revealed in an interview with Game Informer that he pitched a new game to Activision after he left Sledgehammer to take a position at Activision (alongside Sledgehammer's other founder, Michael Condry). Sledgehammer Games are currently slaving away on their first solo entry in the Call of Duty series. Studio led by Sledgehammer co-founder is officially named. Aaron Halon Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Glen Schofield Michael Condrey PC PS3 PS4 Sledgehammer Games Xbox 360 Xbox One worldsfactory.net There's nothing bitter; everything about my years there were really good. There are reports that after the loss of the Destiny series, Activision has a new IP of this type in its plans. Ultimate is Adding Another Xbox-Owned Fighter, World of Warcraft Shadowlands Expansion Delayed, WWE Game Lawsuit Over Randy Orton's Tattoos Heads to Court, New PlayStation 5 Console Exclusive Launch Game Revealed, Animal Crossing: New Horizons - All Spooky Furniture Items in the Game, Cyberpunk 2077 Pre-Orders Aren't Doing as Well as Other Games, Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time Review Roundup, Bugsnax's Rise to Memedom is Good for the Game's Launch, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Message of the Day Teases Black Ops Cold War Zombies Reveal, Super Smash Bros. behind the next entry in the BioShock series, GTA publisher expects Xbox ‘to do very well’ this console generation, BioShock 4 will take place in ‘a new and fantastical world’, job listing suggests, Grand Theft Auto publisher planning to bring more older games to PS5 and Xbox Series X, Rockstar parent says ‘extraordinary quality’ of next-gen games justifies $70/£65 price. Already we’ve seen the futuristic technology in the reveal trailer and how it will likely change how we play COD. We sometimes publish affiliate links on VGC. It was also announced on Tuesday that the studio is to expand to Europe with the opening of a Spanish location. Former Sledgehammer Games Head Pitched a New IP to Activision But it Failed While Glen Schofield and Sledgehammer Games are probably best known for their work on the Call of Duty franchise over the years, some new information suggests that that almost wasn’t the case, at least at a certain point. Take-Two publishing label 2K has announced new details about its Silicon Valley studio, which it says is developing an “ambitious and inspired new IP”.. “Our name and studio represent the spirit of California in its rich diversity of thought, art, music, innovation and cultural representation that have defined the current golden age of entertainment and technology here in Silicon Valley. Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare is in development by Sledgehammer Games, the studio that co-developed 2011’s Modern Warfare 3 with Infinity Ward.

It will be very interesting to see how Sledgehammer makes this next COD game their own and presents us with an experience very unique to the series. I mean, everything is brand new in the game. A one-stop shop for all things video games. I mean, this has been one heck of a creative challenge. It is one of the ten unannounced projects that the publisher is currently working on. There’s very core things of Call of Duty that won’t change, 60 FPS, the moments and things that are very memorable in the game, but our take on it, our spin on it is different. No part of this site or its content may be reproduced without the permission of the copyright holder. I never thought about that. For more of his ramblings about games, film, anime and more, check out his Twitter @Brawler1993. Advanced Warfare is the first game to be developed on a 3 year development cycle and Sledgehammer Games is promising big things for their first solo title, calling it “ambitious” and “creative”. Dead Space co-creator Glen Schofield pitched a new IP to Activision but, for unknown reasons, it was rejected, which in turn led to Schofield's departure from … Adrian Werner, 24 October 2019, 11:39. We put time and effort into it, and some money, and it just didn't work out. Prior to founding the studio, which also co-developed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and made Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, the pair worked on the Dead Space franchise at EA‘s now closed Visceral Games. After graduating from university with a degree in Computer Games Design and Creative Writng, he got his feet wet contributing to a number of smaller sites, before finding a home at GameRant to report on the latest news. Condrey and fellow Sledgehammer co-founder Glen Schofield left the studio in February 2018, shortly after the release of Call of Duty: WWII. Yeah, we’re really looking forward to sharing more because we think we have some meaningful way to make this franchise feel like it’s got its Sledgehammer mark on it.

... Glen Schofield wants to “go above and beyond” at new studio Striking Distance. In June 2019, Schofield was appointed as CEO of a newly established PUBG Corporation development studio called Striking Distance. “31st Union is off to an incredible start with a passionate and talented team, an intentioned culture that champions inclusivity and greater representation, and an ambitious and inspired new IP that we’re extremely excited about,” said Condrey. 1 Spot for the Second Consecutive Week in the UK Sales Chart, Controllers & Keyboards Episode #9 – Nintendo Hype & Controversial Games. Troy Baker’s Reaction on Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain’s... Grand Theft Auto V Maintains No. His statement was supported by senior development director  Aaron Halon, who confirmed that the game will retain its signature 60fps gameplay, however things like pacing will receive a change: We really looked closely at a lot of the things – the pacing is different. When he's not writing for his own website, Too Long for Twitter, he also takes part in a radio show called The Entertainment Dome. Ultimate Has to Rework Every Stage to Accommodate Minecraft DLC, CD Projekt Red Head Acknowledges, Responds to Cyberpunk 2077 Dev Crunch, Apex Legends Brings Back Live Die Live LTM. Take-Two publishing label 2K has announced new details about its Silicon Valley studio, which it says is developing an “ambitious and inspired new IP”. Established in February 2019 and led by president Michael Condrey, who previously co-founded Call of Duty studio Sledgehammer Games for Activision, the new 2K studio is officially called 31st Union. In a new interview, Sledgehammer Games' co-founder Glen Schofield talked about how he prototyped a new IP to Activision...but they didn't bite. “In revealing our new identity and announcing the expansion of our operations, we’re shifting into an exciting next phase of growth to include more voices and bring our vision to life around the globe.”, 31st Union head of strategy Tyler Michaud also said: “We’re creating a development environment focused on a single new IP where passion is at the center of it all. "Did a little prototype for them--they didn't go for it, but they should have," said Schofield.

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare developer Sledgehammer Games approached its first solo entry to the series as a brand-new IP, and studio co-founder Michael Condrey and … 31st Union will become the fourth 2K studio with multiple worldwide locations following WWE 2K developer Visual Concepts, Mafia studio Hangar 13 Games, and Cloud Chamber, which was recently announced as the developer behind the next entry in the BioShock series. After falling in love with videogames during the days of the GameCube, Michael Beckwith has been writing about them since 2014. COD: Advanced Warfare launches on November 4 2014 for Xbox One, PS4, PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. I never thought that [I'd] leave a place without a gig, right? Established in February 2019 and led by president Michael Condrey, who previously co-founded Call of Duty studio Sledgehammer Games for Activision, the new 2K studio is officially called 31st Union. Unfortunately, sometimes, these companies just aren't interested, as recently evidenced by Activision, which apparently turned down a new concept from Dead Space co-creator Glen Schofield.