The beloved Sony franchise, Killzone, has been quiet for some time now, but recent comments from the series' composer, Joris de Man, have reignited hopes among fans for its return. In an engaging interview with VideoGamer during the PlayStation: The Concert Tour, de Man shared his thoughts on the future of Killzone.
"I know that there have been petitions for it," de Man remarked. "I think it's tricky because, I can't speak for Guerrilla or anything... I don't know if it will ever happen. I hope it will because I think it is quite an iconic franchise, but I also think it kind of has to take into account the sensitivities and the shift in what people want because it is quite bleak in some ways."
The form in which Killzone could make a comeback remains an open question. De Man suggested that a remastered collection might be more feasible and potentially more successful than launching an entirely new game. "I think a remastered one would be successful, I don't know if a new game would be as much," he noted. "I don't know if people have moved on from it and want something. I don't know sometimes I get the sense that people want something a bit more casual, a bit more quick."
Known for its slower-paced, weightier gameplay, Killzone stands in contrast to more fast-paced shooters like Call of Duty. Killzone 2, for example, was notorious for its input lag, which many felt detracted from the responsiveness on the PlayStation 3. The series is also distinguished by its dark, gritty, and atmospheric visuals and tone.
Recent statements from Guerrilla, the Sony-owned developer behind Killzone, suggest that the studio has shifted its focus to the Horizon franchise. However, it's been over a decade since the release of Killzone Shadow Fall, and the possibility of reviving Killzone—or another of Sony's PlayStation shooter franchises—remains a tantalizing prospect for many fans. Whether or not this revival happens, enthusiasts can take comfort in knowing they have another supporter in their corner.
