A new rumor has emerged suggesting thatMindsEyedeveloper Build A Rocket Boy could be working on a brand-new game based on an unspecified, but popular, TV series.MindsEyewas Build A Rocket Boy’s debut title, launching on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on June 10.
Though boasting an impressive pedigree in the form of involvement from formerGrand Theft Auto 3lead developer Leslie Benzies,MindsEyehas launched to negative reviews from players and criticsalike. The game’s numerous bugs and technical issues have soured many players' first impressions, with complaints calling the game “rushed” and “unpolished.” And though Build A Rocket Boy has detailed a series of updates promising to rectify the game’s technical and performance problems, there’s no doubt that the game’s launch difficulties have had an impact on the studio’s reputation.
The shadow ofMindsEye’s launch also loomed over a new rumor spread by Spanish-language YouTuber Baitybait concerning what might be Build A Rocket Boy’s next project. According tocomments from Baitybait translated by Reddit user cortez0498, Build A Rocket Boy has an unannounced “secret project” in development involving a “very powerful” license for a well-known TV series. The rumors didn’t specify which TV series the studio is involved with, but Baitybait claimed that the rumor was drawn from sources within Build A Rocket Boy itself.
Rumored TV Series Game Adaptation By MindsEye Studio Prompts Speculation
Since the rumor didn’t specify which show or IP would be adapted into game form by Build A Rocket Boy, players immediately began discussing which popular shows might make for a good game. One commenter suggested that Build A Rocket Boy might be working on a game based on an Amazon-owned show likeThe Boys, citing the studio andMindsEye’s connection toHitmanstudio IO Interactive, which also happens to bedeveloping a licensedJames Bondgame. Since theJames Bondlicense is owned by Amazon, that shared connection might’ve opened up other Amazon-owned properties for a game adaptation.
Others wondered if the lukewarm reception toMindsEyein the wake of its launch might be making IP holders “nervous.” They said that ifMindsEyeproves to be a commercial flop, Build A Rocket Boy’s ability to work on another large-scale project might be in doubt. Some responded to the concern by pointing out thatMindsEyehas sold well despite the negative reviewsso far, which could keep the studio on solid footing. Other commenters made more humorous suggestions for game adaptations, calling on Build A Rocket Boy to get to work adaptingFrasier, Young Sheldon, orBreaking Badinto game form by adding driving and shooting mechanics.
