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2K Confirms ‘BioShock’ Will Continue Without Irrational
Earlier this week, Irrational Games studio head Ken Levine shared the surprising news that the developer behind the BioShock series would be closing its doors so he could pursue a more creative endeavor within 2K. This left many BioShock fans, myself included, asking “Would you kindly shed some light on the series’ future?”
While 2K doesn’t have much to say about the Vita game, announced back in 2011, they do have something to say about the series as a whole.
When asked for a comment on the future of BioShock, a 2K rep told Game Informer “BioShock is one of our most beloved and critically acclaimed franchises, and we are indebted to Ken and the talented team at Irrational Games for their contributions to the series with BioShock and BioShock Infinite; the latter being one of the most decorated games of 2013.”
“The BioShock universe remains a rich creative canvas for many untold stories, and we look forward to exploring the next BioShock experience.” the rep continued.
The news that 2K isn’t dropping a franchise that’s been largely met with near-universal critical acclaim and fantastic sales shouldn’t be all that surprising, but it’s good to hear nonetheless.
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All of us here at Bloody Disgusting are deeply sad to learn that The Blob director Chuck Russell has passed away at 74 years old.
Russell’s career began with his directorial debut, 1987’s A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.
The multihyphenate film director, screenwriter, and producer is best known for helming 1994 comedy The Mask starring Jim Carrey, Arnold Schwarzenegger actioner Eraser, and adventure spinoff The Scorpion King. The latter served as the first leading role for Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
The filmmaker left an indelible mark on horror with his ANOES sequel, 1988’s The Blob, and 2000’s Bless the Child.
Russell’s final film credit is 2024’s Witchboard remake starring Madison Iseman (I Know What You Did Last Summer), Aaron Dominguez (Only Murders in the Building), and Jamie Campbell Bower (“Stranger Things”).
It marked Russell’s return to horror after a lengthy hiatus, and he shared sequel hopes to Bloody Disgusting in an interview ahead of the remake’s release: “I got to design the board with real mystical symbols and things that I know represent good and evil, and where that board takes us if the audiences respond to the film, and I hope they will; I know it’s out there for you guys, but the sequel is a world we’ll get to go a little further. That’s sure the intention.”
He also recently expressed interest in returning to the franchise that began his career.
TMZ notes that Russell passed away at his San Diego-area home.
We send our deepest condolences to Chuck Russell’s family, friends, and fans.
Director, Co-Writer & Producer Chuck Russell behind the scenes of the horror film, WITCHBOARD. Photo courtesy of The Avenue and Atlas Distribution
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