Visceral looking for help for Dead Space sequel

According to a job posting on Linked In, Visceral Games is looking for some help to work on a sequel to Dead Space. This M-rated action/shooter sequel will set new standards for an action-packed story-driven console experience. The game is in the later stages of pre-production, ready for production in the next few months, with many of the navigational and combat mechanics in place. We have complete autonomy and creative control over our own decisions. The Games Label at EA is 100% committed to this IP, and has already worked on IP extensions such as comic, animated features, and action figures. The position is in the Redwood City, CA location and was posted on September 4. So if you are interested, you may want to respond right away. [source via Superannuation]

Read more →

Activision opens new studio takes Visceral games execs

Activision has confirmed a new studio in the Bay area. Activision also confirmed with IndustryGamers that Glen Schofield and Michael Condrey left EA studios, Visceral Games to join. If you are in Northern California and looking for a job, you might want to try Activision’s website. “We are currently hiring employees to work at a new studio that is opening in the San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. Glen Schofield along with Michael Condrey will lead the studio which will be creating a new game based on one of Activision’s existing franchises. We will be providing more details regarding the game at a later date,” said the Activision representative. Big move on Activision’s part.

Read more →