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Resident Evil 4 Has Sold More Than Twice As Much As Any Other Current-Gen Remake
The Resident Evil 4 remake has achieved 16.8 million lifetime sales, significantly outselling other current-generation remakes like Ark: Survival Ascended and The Last of Us Part I. Data from Alinea Analytics indicates that remakes are a vital and less risky revenue stream for publishers, providing a proven design and fanbase compared to new intellectual property.
Labor unions challenge Xbox, GameStop CEO says physical game sales are 'irrelevant,' and Glen Schofield retires - Patch Notes #61
Labor unions have filed unfair labor practice charges against Microsoft for allegedly mishandling recent Xbox layoffs, citing "coercive actions" and "unilateral changes." Meanwhile, Dead Space co-creator Glen Schofield has retired from game development, and GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen stated that physical game sales are "irrelevant" to the company's business.
Dead Space co-creator Glen Schofield retires
Glen Schofield, a veteran game developer and co-creator of Dead Space, has announced his retirement after 35 years in the industry. Schofield, who also co-directed multiple Call of Duty titles and founded Striking Distance Studios, cited the challenging current state of the industry in his announcement. He expressed gratitude to companies like Electronic Arts and Activision for the opportunities he had throughout his career.
Glen Schofield Talks $200 Million Call Of Duty Games, Canceled Vietnam Game, And How Dead Space Came To Be
Veteran game developer Glen Schofield is retiring from day-to-day development and discussed his career, including a canceled third-person Call of Duty game set in Vietnam and the significant budgets of Call of Duty titles. He also shared the story of how he pitched and created the sci-fi horror game Dead Space at Electronic Arts against initial company reluctance.
"I had a front row seat to one of the greatest creative explosions in history" – Glen Schofield announces retirement
Industry veteran Glen Schofield has announced his retirement after a 35-year career, citing the past two decades as a period of immense creativity in gaming. He expressed gratitude to Electronic Arts for Dead Space, Activision for three Call of Duty titles, and reflected on his work on The Callisto Protocol. Schofield, who also co-founded Sledgehammer Games and founded Striking Distance Studios, believes the industry is at an inflection point for the next generation of developers.
Dead Space series co-creator and industry veteran Glen Schofield announces his retirement in emotional video
Industry veteran and co-creator of Dead Space, Glen Schofield, has announced his retirement after over 35 years in game development. In an emotional video, Schofield thanked his family, colleagues, and fans for their support throughout his career, which included directing three Call of Duty games for Activision and creating Dead Space for Electronic Arts. He expressed optimism for the future of game development and encouraged the next generation of creators.
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield announces he's retiring from "the day-to-day work" of making games from the vicinity of some chirpy nature
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield announced his retirement from the day-to-day work of game development after a 35-year career. His last game was The Callisto Protocol, and he previously worked on titles like Call of Duty. Schofield expressed gratitude to fans and industry peers, encouraging the next generation of game makers.
Evening Reading - July 14, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading from Shacknews covers various gaming industry updates, including pre-order guides for Halo: Campaign Evolved and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves DLC. It also reports on Ubisoft Barcelona developer strikes over layoffs, a delay for the PlayStation FlexStrike Fight Stick, and the retirement of Dead Space creator Glen Schofield. Additionally, the article touches on non-gaming news regarding data centers and healthcare.
Dead Space creator and Call of Duty veteran Glen Schofield announces retirement: 'I had a front row seat to one of the greatest creative explosions in history'
Glen Schofield, the creator of Dead Space and The Callisto Protocol, has announced his retirement after 35 years in the video game industry. Schofield, who also worked on several Call of Duty titles, cited the challenges of securing funding for new projects in the current market. He expressed optimism for the future of game development despite industry difficulties.
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Glen Schofield, the creator of Dead Space, has announced his retirement from the gaming industry. Meanwhile, trade union leaders have penned a letter urging Grand Theft Auto 6 developer Rockstar Games to recognize the IWGB Game Workers union.
Dead Space, The Callisto Protocol Director Retires From the Games Industry
Glen Schofield, the creator of Dead Space and The Callisto Protocol, has announced his retirement from game development after a 35-year career. Schofield, who previously worked at Imagineering, Crystal Dynamics, and EA Redwood Studios (Visceral Games), cited difficulties in securing funding for a new horror game project he was developing with his daughter as a factor in his decision.
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield is retiring: "Times are tough right now, but the future ahead is really, really…
Glen Schofield, the creator of Dead Space and director of multiple Call of Duty titles, has announced his retirement after 35 years in the gaming industry. Schofield expressed gratitude for his career, highlighting his work on Dead Space at EA and several Call of Duty games with Sledgehammer Games and Activision. He also acknowledged the current turbulent times in the industry, marked by layoffs and AI controversies, but expressed optimism for the future.
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield retires from game development
Veteran game developer Glen Schofield, known for creating Dead Space and working on multiple Call of Duty titles, has announced his retirement from day-to-day game development after a 35-year career. His last project was 2022's The Callisto Protocol, developed by Striking Distance Studios.
Dead Space Creator Glen Schofield Announces Retirement From Gaming Industry
Glen Schofield, the creator of the survival horror game Dead Space, has announced his retirement from the gaming industry. The announcement marks the end of a significant career for the acclaimed developer.
The 'numbers just aren't there,' Dead Space producer says, and that's why we'll probably never…
Dead Space producer Chuck Beaver stated that a fourth game is unlikely because the sales figures do not meet Electronic Arts' current high targets for the franchise. He noted that while horror games once needed to sell five million units, the threshold is now around 15 million. The article also mentions the underperformance of the 2023 Dead Space remake and The Callisto Protocol as contributing factors to the perceived lack of market viability for similar titles.
Hoping for a Dead Space 4? Series writer and producer Chuck Beaver says the "numbers just aren't there" to make it happen
Series writer and producer Chuck Beaver stated that a Dead Space 4 is unlikely to be made because the necessary sales figures are not achievable. He cited the sales of the 2023 Dead Space remake and the reported cancellation of a Dead Space 2 remake due to "lacklustre sales" as reasons. Beaver also noted that horror games generally have a sales ceiling, requiring around 15 million units sold to justify a new entry in the current market.
Dead Space 4 looks unlikely as "companies are looking for the next Fortnite," series producer says
Dead Space series producer Chuck Beaver suggests that a Dead Space 4 is unlikely because companies are now prioritizing live-service games like Fortnite over single-player experiences. Despite the critical success of the original games and the 2023 remake, poor sales figures and the high cost of development mean that Electronic Arts is unlikely to greenlight another installment. Beaver noted that while horror games have dedicated fanbases, their sales potential often has a ceiling, making them less attractive investments compared to perennial money-makers.
"I wish artists would take notice that this is a great time to learn some form of AI" - Dead Space creator Glen Schofield doesn't think controversial tech will replace human talent, but still believes it has its place
Game developer Glen Schofield, known for Dead Space and The Callisto Protocol, believes artists should learn AI technologies, not as a replacement for human talent, but as a tool to enhance creativity and efficiency in game development. He acknowledges the increasing pressure to reduce development costs and team sizes, but argues that AI integration, while potentially expensive, can lead to more ambitious game content rather than shorter workdays.
Evening Interviews
Glen Schofield suggests that creativity is the key to overcoming the challenges facing the AAA gaming industry, stating that developers should aim to be creative 99% of the time. This approach could help address current industry woes.
Dead Space Creator Talks GTA 6's Effect On Other Games: "You Don't Wanna Be Near It"
Dead Space creator Glen Schofield believes Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 launch date will cause many other games to shift their release windows to avoid its impact. He also discussed the growing importance of AI in game development, advocating for artists to embrace it as a tool for creativity and efficiency, while acknowledging potential cost concerns.
