Rocksteady Studios is preparing for its next major project, and the search for a Game Director has officially begun. On February 17, Warner Bros. Discovery posted a job listing that has sparked excitement and speculation within the gaming community. The job description outlines a comprehensive role, requiring the successful candidate to craft a "high-quality game design" that spans core gameplay mechanics, player progression, combat systems, and mission design. The ideal candidate should possess experience in diverse genres, including third-person action, open-world adventures, and melee combat games.

This job listing has fueled rumors that Rocksteady may be returning to the beloved Batman universe, which initially catapulted the studio to fame. The Batman: Arkham series, known for its focus on melee combat and open-world exploration, aligns perfectly with the skills sought in the new Game Director. In contrast, Rocksteady's latest release, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, which debuted on February 2, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, emphasized gunplay over hand-to-hand combat. The game has garnered mixed reviews, with critics giving it a score of 63 out of 100 and players rating it 4.2 out of 10 on Metacritic.

Given that Rocksteady is still in the early stages of hiring, the new project remains in its conceptual phase. Industry insider Jason Schreier has indicated that if the studio decides to pursue a new single-player Batman game, fans should not anticipate its release for several more years. Earlier reports have hinted at a possible project inspired by the Batman Beyond animated series, adding to the anticipation surrounding Rocksteady's next move.

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