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Just Cause developer Avalanche Studios had a Crimson Desert-like game in the works but "every publisher just shut the door"Avalanche Studios, known for the Just Cause series, had a fantasy open-world game called AionGuard in development that shared similarities with Crimson Desert. Co-founder Christofer Sundberg revealed that the project was canceled after a publisher withdrew support, and subsequent attempts to announce it independently led other publishers to refuse involvement. The studio eventually moved on to other projects like Mad Max and Rage 2, with their co-op sandbox game Contraband also being canceled.- Snabbkollen – Ska du spela Samson?Samson: A Tyndalston Story, an action game focused on cars from Just Cause creator Christofer Sundberg's new studio, has been released today for $25. The game features a release trailer and aims to entice players with its affordable price point.
Just Cause studio's canned dragon-riding fantasy romp AionGuard "would have been Crimson Desert", reckons former Avalanche creative headFormer Avalanche Studios creative head Christofer Sundberg revealed that the studio's canceled dragon-riding fantasy game, AionGuard, would have shared many similarities with Crimson Desert. The game, which was in development in the late 2000s, featured open-world exploration, stronghold capture, and magical powers, but was ultimately canceled due to a lack of a publisher.
Avalanche Almost Had Its Own Crimson Desert, Per Former CCOFormer Avalanche Studios Chief Creative Officer Christofer Sundberg expressed regret over the troubled development of AionGuard, a game he believes could have achieved what Crimson Desert has. He revealed that the publisher abruptly canceled the project via text message due to a shift in business direction. Sundberg feels AionGuard was a wasted opportunity to push gaming boundaries early on.
"We had everything that I've seen from Crimson Desert," former Just Cause boss says of Avalanche's cancelled fantasy open-world gameFormer Avalanche Studios co-founder Christofer Sundberg stated that the studio's cancelled fantasy open-world game, AionGuard, had plans that mirrored features seen in the recently released Crimson Desert. Sundberg believes AionGuard could have been very similar to Crimson Desert, which has achieved significant sales success.
As the shadow of GTA 6 looms, Just Cause lead isn't put off by comparisons to Rockstar's goliath as he prepares to release Samson: "There are times when you want to put GTA down and pick up something else"Despite the looming release of Grand Theft Auto 6, Christofer Sundberg, founder of Liquid Swords and lead designer of Samson, is confident his studio's urban action game can stand on its own. Sundberg acknowledges the similarities to Rockstar's titles but believes Samson will offer a distinct experience for players seeking an alternative.
Avalanche's cancelled AionGuard 'would have been Crimson Desert' but the publisher 'broke up with us…Avalanche Studios co-founder Christofer Sundberg revealed details about the cancelled fantasy open-world game AionGuard, which he claims would have been similar to Crimson Desert. The project was reportedly cancelled by a major publisher, later identified as Disney Interactive Studios, due to a shift in business strategy. Sundberg also discussed another cancelled project, Arcadia Rising, which was affected by THQ's financial troubles.- Multi-Class Weapon Pack DLC Arrives 14 April for theHunter: Call of the WildAvalanche Studios Group announced the Multi-Class Weapon Pack DLC for theHunter: Call of the Wild, launching on April 14, 2026, for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The pack introduces four new specialized weapons designed for various hunting scenarios, including the Richardsson .500, Cassidy Combination Gun, ALIS Precision Shot .25-06, and Jonerson .17HMR. This DLC aims to provide players with versatile options for tackling different game classes and hunting distances.
Battling Layoffs, GTA Comparisons, And The Industry's "Crap:" How Just Cause's Creator Is Risking It AllChristofer Sundberg, co-creator of Just Cause and founder of Liquid Swords, discusses the upcoming release of his studio's first game, Samson: A Tyndalston Story. The interview covers the challenges of development, including significant layoffs that led to a scaled-down, more focused AA experience priced at $25. Sundberg also shares candid opinions on the current state of the video game industry, criticizing a lack of strategy and courage among leadership, and expresses his commitment to making bold new IPs despite the risks.- Samson släpps onsdag – se lanseringstrailernThe Swedish action game Samson: A Tyndalston Story, the debut title from Liquid Swords founded by Christofer Sundberg (known for Avalanche Studios and the Just Cause series), is set to release on April 8th. A new launch trailer showcases combat and car chases with a more serious tone. The game will be available on PC.
This New Game Might Scratch That GTA 6 Itch, Just Don't Expect A GTA-Sized Experience (Or Price Tag)Liquid Swords has released the launch trailer for its debut title, Samson: A Tyndalston Story, a $25 action game that draws comparisons to Grand Theft Auto but focuses on brawling and driving rather than guns. The game features a debt system where players must pay off mobsters, with consequences for failure. Developed and published by Liquid Swords, Samson launches on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on April 8.
'There are times when you want to put GTA down and pick up something else,' Samson studio founder says:…Liquid Swords co-founder Christofer Sundberg discussed how their upcoming game Samson draws comparisons to Grand Theft Auto, acknowledging the open-world crime genre similarities while highlighting their smaller scale. He also noted that Grand Theft Auto competes with all forms of entertainment. Samson is set to launch on April 8, following significant development changes including layoffs.- 10 svenska drömspel – Astrid, Palme och Bert K.This article presents ten hypothetical game concepts inspired by Swedish culture, history, and figures. The ideas range from crime investigations and fantasy adventures to historical warfare and business simulations, with developers like Machine Games and Dennaton Games suggested for some concepts.
- Samson: A Tyndalston Story Sees 250K+ Steam Wishlists Ahead of April 8 LaunchLiquid Swords' upcoming action title, Samson: A Tyndalston Story, has surpassed 250,000 wishlists on Steam ahead of its April 8 launch. The game, developed by veterans from Avalanche Studios, will be available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store for $24.99 and will also be a day-one GeForce NOW title.
Future Games Show Spring Showcase & FGS Live From GDC 2026: Every Game Announcement and Reveal |The Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026 featured over 40 game announcements and reveals for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The event, co-hosted by Devora Wilde and Shai Matheson, included world premieres and updates from both AAA and indie developers. A subsequent FGS Live From GDC broadcast continued with additional reveals directly from the Game Developers Conference.- Evening InterviewsThe Design Director for Battlefield 6 discussed the implementation of night maps and the importance of collaborating with fans as Season 2: Nightfall approaches. Avalanche Studios is also working on a Highlander-style survival of the fittest R&D project.
Avalanche Studios reveals its Highlander-style, survival of the fittest R&D strategyAvalanche Studios Group is shifting its game development strategy to a 'survival of the fittest' R&D model, inspired by mobile game development. This approach involves small teams creating prototypes that are rigorously tested with their 'Front Runners' community to ensure audience appeal before significant investment. This comes after a period of studio closures and layoffs, with TheHunter: Call of the Wild remaining their flagship title.
Netflix boss says Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros will result in "cuts in excess of $16 billion" within "18 months or so"Netflix CEO Ted Sarandon stated that Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. will lead to significant cost-cutting exceeding $16 billion within approximately 18 months. This suggests that Warner Bros. Games studios, including TT Games and Rocksteady, will face scrutiny for cost-saving measures. Netflix withdrew its bid for Warner Bros. after Paramount increased its offer, securing a substantial breakup fee.