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Battling Layoffs, GTA Comparisons, And The Industry's "Crap:" How Just Cause's Creator Is Risking It All
Christofer 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.
This week in PC games: gritty GTA 4-coded brawler Samson, Ancient Greek bull defender Minos, and a wobbly violinist battles some stairs
This week's PC game releases include the GTA-inspired brawler Samson, the Greek mythology roguelike Minos, and the movement-based challenge Bow and Banister. Several titles are launching in early access, such as the post-apocalyptic survival game Road to Vostok and the medieval dungeon crawler Spark in the Dark.
Samson släpps onsdag – se lanseringstrailern
The 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.
Samson Developer is “Making It The Best It Really Can be,” But Don’t Expect Zero Bugs at Launch
Liquid Swords founder Christofer Sundberg discussed the upcoming launch of Samson: A Tyndalston Story, acknowledging that the game will not be entirely bug-free upon its April 8th release. Sundberg expressed significant nervousness about the launch due to the high stakes involved for the studio, emphasizing the team's avoidance of crunch. The PC exclusive title will cost $24.99 and offer approximately 10 hours of main story gameplay, with potential console releases to follow.
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.
Open-world crime game Samson had to be pared back mid-development, which led to its unusual structure: 'It's…
The open-world crime game Samson, developed by Liquid Swords, has undergone significant changes due to mid-development layoffs and budget constraints, shifting from a larger action RPG to a more focused experience with roguelike elements. Director Christofer Sundberg discusses the challenges faced by the studio and the game's unique structure, which emphasizes daily debt reduction and strategic planning. Samson is set to launch on Steam and Epic Games Store on April 8.
Samson Developer Will “Get Cracking” on Console Versions After PC Release
Liquid Swords studio founder Christofer Sundberg stated that console versions of Samson: A Tyndalston Story are in development but will not be finalized until after the PC release on April 8. While the game is already running on consoles, the team lacks the bandwidth for final development and certification until the PC version is launched. Sundberg did not specify which console platforms the game would be released on.
Samson: A Tyndalston Story Sees 250K+ Steam Wishlists Ahead of April 8 Launch
Liquid 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.
Svenska pc-actionspelet Samson släpps i april
The PC action game Samson, developed by Christofer Sundberg's studio Liquid Swords, is set to release on April 8. The game features a blend of driving and combat, drawing comparisons to Grand Theft Auto and Driver. It will be available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Just Cause Creator Has A Bleak Take On State Of Gaming
Christofer Sundberg, creator of Just Cause, expressed a bleak outlook on the current state of the video game industry, describing it as "desperate, cowardly, and confused" after a period of over-investment and subsequent layoffs. His new studio, Liquid Swords, is developing a $25 crime game called Samson for PC, launching April 8, on a limited budget after laying off half its team.
Samson: A Tyndalston Story Launching April 8
Liquid Swords announced that their action title Samson: A Tyndalston Story will launch for PC on April 8 via Steam and Epic Games Store. The game focuses on physical combat and player choices, with founder Christofer Sundberg emphasizing a deliberate and focused design. Players can wishlist the game and follow its social media channels.
Thwack, debt-driven driveabrawler Samson's just clocked us with an early April release date-laced punch
Liquid Swords has announced that their debt-driven action game, Samson, will be released on April 8th. The game features brawling combat and car chases, with a focus on environmental destruction and detailed vehicle damage. Samson is available to wishlist on Steam and the Epic Store.
