The Long-Awaited Return of Red Faction: A Decade of Ownership Changes and Lost Sequels
Ten years have passed since the last entry in the Red Faction series, Armageddon. In 2012, the game’s publisher, THQ, filed for bankruptcy, leaving the franchise rights up for grabs. The license was eventually acquired by Nordic Games (now THQ Nordic) in 2013, but the series remained silent until 2020. Koch Media then picked up the license and brought it back to its original developer, Volition.
A Glimpse into the Past: Rumors of Red Faction Evolution
Rumors of a new Red Faction game have surfaced on and off for years. In 2019, an unintended reveal by Nvidia sparked excitement when the title ‘Red Faction Evolution’ was mentioned but later faded into obscurity. Since then, ownership of the Red Faction franchise has changed hands twice.
A Look at Long-Lost Concept Art: Red Faction Guerrilla 3 or Evolution?
Recently, some intriguing concept art appeared on Artstation, believed to be from a potential Red Faction sequel, either Guerrilla 3 or Evolution. Senior Concept Artist JC Jongwon Park at Deep Silver shared images showcasing characters, ambitious cities, intense combat scenes, and a Red Faction uprising.
What’s Next for the Red Faction Series?
As of now, there are no concrete plans for a new Red Faction game. The series has been passed from one publisher to another for over twelve years, leaving it stagnant and neglected.
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