Double Fine's Tim Schafer "Torn" On Possible Brütal Legend Sequel On Its 15th Anniversary

As a long-time fan of Double Fine Productions and Brütal Legend, it feels like a heavy metal symphony to my heart that the game has turned 15! Over the years, I’ve felt the raw power of its storytelling, the intricate guitar solos of its gameplay, and the thundering bass lines of its humor. Every Rocktober 13th, it’s a blast to join the global community in celebrating this masterpiece.


Hey there, Champions! It’s been a decade and a half since Double Fine Productions, the renowned game developer, unleashed the powerfully awesome game Brütal Legend. On October 13th, 2009, it made its debut on consoles and PCs and has since become one of their top-selling titles. This was followed by another successful release, Psychonauts, in 2015. The game’s fan base has grown steadily over the years, creating quite a dynamic and passionate community.

Every year on the special day known as Rocktober 13th, the game director and Double Fine founder, Tim Schafer, often engages in thrilling multiplayer matches of Brütal Legend. If fortune favors players, they might even join him in these sessions. This year’s Rocktober 13th found Schafer playing Brütal Legend on an Xbox console, while also taking a moment to ponder the game’s 15th anniversary and express thoughts about a potential sequel.

On the occasion of Brütal Legend’s action-adventure game 15th anniversary, Schafer gathered with his development team to reminisce, sparking conversations about the game’s creation, influences, casting decisions, and other related topics. As the celebration persists among its loyal fanbase, it’s worth noting that they often express interest in a possible Brütal Legend sequel via messages and tagged social media posts, which the team has taken notice of.

Brütal Legend has turned fifteen years old, giving it ample time for reflection on Eddie Riggs’ epic journey. We recently had a chat with Tim and some of the team members to discuss the unexpected influences that led to this iconic metal masterpiece! Read more here: [link]

— Double Fine (@DoubleFine) October 16, 2024

At last, there has been a reply from Schafer regarding speculations about a Brütal Legend sequel. As reported, it doesn’t seem like it’s planned at the moment, but it’s definitely something many have pondered over. In a post commemorating Brütal Legend’s 15th anniversary, Schafer shared his thoughts on a potential sequel: “I get asked about Brütal Legend 2 quite often, and I’m in a dilemma about it.

Some prefer the idea of advancing the RTS genre, while others are enthusiastic about a God of War-style game featuring Eddie Riggs. Although I see the appeal in both concepts, I am particularly thrilled by the prospect of evolving the RTS genre.

Over the span of years, Brütal Legend has emerged as one of the studio’s most cherished titles alongside Broken Age and Grim Fandango. For Double Fine to receive enduring affection for these “games that resonate with people over time” was a testament that they had a lasting impact on both players and the studio. Reflecting on Brütal Legend’s 15th anniversary, Schafer expressed that each game they created held significance because “everyone connected to it in some way,” as “they all carry a personal touch, and we put our unique style into them.

Expressing oneself through art often creates a bond. When someone looks at your artwork and recognizes a piece of themselves within it, that’s truly special and heartwarming. It’s quite delightful when art resonates with people on such a personal level.

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2024-10-17 18:13