The beloved Sony franchise, Killzone, has been on a long hiatus, but there's a glimmer of hope for its return, as expressed by the series' composer, Joris de Man. In a recent interview with VideoGamer during the PlayStation: The Concert Tour, de Man shared his enthusiasm for the revival of the iconic franchise.
"I know that there have been petitions for it," de Man remarked. "I think it's [tricky] because, I can't speak for Guerrilla or anything... I don't know if it will ever happen. I hope it will because I think it is quite an iconic franchise, but I also think it kind of has to take into account kind of the sensitivities and the shift in, I guess, what people want because it is quite bleak in some ways."
The potential revival of Killzone could take various forms, and de Man believes that a remastered collection might be more successful than launching an entirely new entry. "I think [a] remastered one would be successful, I don't know if a new game would be as much," he explained. "I don't know if people have moved on from it and want something. I don't know sometimes I get the sense that people want something a bit more casual, a bit more quick."
Killzone is known for its slower, more deliberate pace and heavier gameplay, distinct from faster-paced shooters like Call of Duty. Notably, Killzone 2 faced criticism for its input lag on the PlayStation 3, affecting its responsiveness. The series is also recognized for its dark, gritty atmosphere and somber visuals.
Despite the franchise's storied history, recent comments from Guerrilla to the Washington Post suggest the studio has shifted its focus to the Horizon series. However, it's been over a decade since Killzone Shadow Fall, and the idea of reviving Killzone—or another PlayStation shooter franchise—remains appealing to many fans. With de Man's support, there's at least one more advocate for the return of Killzone.
