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Dishonored, Deus Ex Designer Stars New Studio to Continue Focusing on Immersive Sims
IGN • • technology
Key Points:
- Veteran game developer Harvey Smith, known for his work on the Dishonored and original Deus Ex series, has launched a new studio called Black Pony Immersive, focusing on single-player immersive sim games.
- Smith aims to create narrative-driven, first-person games that reward player creativity and exploration, continuing the immersive sim legacy he helped pioneer.
- Black Pony Immersive includes longtime collaborators from Arkane Austin, such as Ben Horne and Ricardo Bare, with a team experienced in titles like Deus Ex, Dishonored, Prey, and Just Cause.
- Smith reflects on his 16 years at Arkane, expressing hope that his new studio can achieve long-term creative success and fan support similar to Arkane's legacy.
- The studio plans to announce its first project soon, while Smith remains committed to advancing the immersive sim genre alongside other upcoming titles in the space.
