Nex Machina
News, coverage and analysis tracking Nex Machina across the outlets.
Saros Developer’s Next Title “Might Not Be At That Scale,” As It’s Grown to Nearly 120 StaffHousemarque, known for Saros on PlayStation 5, is discussing its future projects, which may not be on the same scale as their latest title due to the studio's growth to nearly 120 staff. Studio head Ilari Kuittinen noted the challenges of managing larger teams for bigger experiences. The studio is also focused on supporting Saros based on community feedback, while exploring new opportunities that might be less ambitious.
Former Housemarque game director launches Cosmic DivisionFormer Returnal game director Harry Krueger has founded a new studio called Cosmic Division in Helsinki. The studio will focus on craftsmanship and sustainable growth, prioritizing a gameplay-first single-player experience for PC and consoles. Krueger previously spent 15 years at Housemarque, contributing to games like Nex Machina and Resogun before directing Returnal.
Former Housemarque game director launches new studio Cosmic DivisionFormer Housemarque game director Harry Krueger has launched a new independent studio named Cosmic Division. The Finnish studio aims to develop a new single-player intellectual property for PC and consoles, emphasizing a gameplay-first experience and emotional storytelling. Cosmic Division has secured seed financing and is actively hiring to build a compact team.- Former Housemarque director Harry Krueger establishes game studio Cosmic DivisionFormer Housemarque director Harry Krueger, known for his work on Returnal and Nex Machina, has established a new game studio named Cosmic Division. Krueger departed Housemarque in 2023 after a 14-year tenure.
- Former Housemarque Game Director Harry Krueger launches new game studioFormer Housemarque Game Director Harry Krueger has launched a new game studio named Cosmic Division in Finland. Krueger, known for his work on titles like Returnal, aims to build on his experience with a focus on gameplay-first experiences and strong emotional resonance for their first project, a single-player PC and console title.
Returnal Director Founds New Studio, First Project Will be “Unapologetically Gameplay First”Harry Krueger, the director of Returnal, has founded a new studio called Cosmic Division in Finland. The studio's first project will be a single-player, gameplay-first new intellectual property for PC and consoles, aiming for strong emotional resonance. Krueger previously worked on games like Resogun and Nex Machina at Housemarque, and his latest project there, Saros, received a 9 out of 10 review.
Saros hands-on report: intense sci-fi action in a beautiful, deadly alien world - PS BlogThe upcoming sci-fi action game Saros is set to launch on PlayStation 5, featuring intense combat within a visually striking alien environment. While the game draws comparisons to Returnal, it also offers elements reminiscent of Housemarque's earlier titles like Stardust, Resogun, and Nex Machina.
Saros: The Big Preview - IGNSaros is a new game that may appeal to fans of Returnal, though the author expresses a preference for Housemarque's earlier shoot 'em up titles like Stardust, Resogun, and Nex Machina. The preview suggests that players who enjoy the style of Returnal will likely find Saros engaging.