EA's lack of interest in a Dead Space 4 sequel was revealed by series creator Glen Schofield in a recent interview with Dan Allen Gaming. The full story and Schofield's comments are detailed below.
Dead Space 4: EA's Current Stance
The future of Dead Space 4 remains uncertain, potentially indefinitely delayed or cancelled. During a YouTube interview with Dan Allen Gaming, Glen Schofield, along with developers Christopher Stone and Bret Robbins, confirmed EA rejected their proposal for a fourth installment.
The discussion began when Stone recounted his son's enthusiasm for the Dead Space franchise, prompting a wistful response about the possibility of a sequel. The team revealed their attempt to pitch a new Dead Space game to EA earlier this year, only to be met with immediate rejection. Schofield explained that EA's response was brief and non-committal, indicating a lack of current interest. The team respected EA's decision, acknowledging the publisher's focus on profitability and established release schedules. Stone also highlighted the current industry climate, characterized by risk aversion, especially for older franchises.
Despite the success of the recent Dead Space remake (scoring 89 on Metacritic and "Very Positive" on Steam), EA's apparent reluctance to greenlight a sequel suggests that the remake's performance may not meet their internal benchmarks for investment in a new title.
However, the developers remain hopeful about the eventual release of Dead Space 4. They expressed their continued enthusiasm for the project and confirmed they have new ideas. Although currently working on separate projects in different studios, the desire to revive the Dead Space franchise persists, suggesting a potential future return to the series.
