Monolith Soft, the celebrated creators of the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise, are actively recruiting for a new, unannounced RPG. This follows a previous, unfulfilled recruitment drive in 2017. Let's delve into the details.
Monolith Soft's Recruitment Drive for a Large-Scale Open-World RPG
Tetsuya Takahashi's Vision for a New RPG
In a recent statement on their official website, General Director Tetsuya Takahashi explained the studio's need to adapt to the evolving gaming landscape. The ambition is to create a more efficient production pipeline to handle the complexities inherent in developing an expansive open-world RPG. This necessitates a larger team, leading to the current recruitment drive for eight key positions encompassing various aspects of game development, from asset creation to leadership roles. Takahashi stresses that the ultimate goal remains player enjoyment, seeking individuals who share this passion.
The Mystery of the 2017 Action Game
The 2017 recruitment campaign for an action game, significantly different from their usual style, remains a point of speculation. Concept art featuring a knight and a dog in a fantastical setting fueled fan excitement, but the project has since disappeared from Monolith Soft's website. This doesn't necessarily confirm cancellation; it might simply indicate a postponement or re-evaluation.
Monolith Soft's history of creating expansive, technically impressive games, exemplified by the Xenoblade Chronicles series and their contribution to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, suggests this new RPG will be exceptionally ambitious.
While details remain scarce, the new RPG is generating considerable buzz. Speculation runs rampant, with some suggesting it could even be a launch title for a future Nintendo Switch console. The lack of concrete information only intensifies the anticipation. Stay tuned for further updates. For more information on the potential Nintendo Switch successor, please refer to the linked article.
