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Amy Hennig is at the helm ofMarvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, a new WWII-era game starring Black Panther and Captain America. The gaming industry icon is known for creating the acclaimedUnchartedseries and should bring a familiar blend of cinematic storytelling and character-driven action to this project.
The release and potential success of this upcoming title will be a bittersweet reminder ofProject Ragtag,theStar Warsgame that Hennig was forced to abandon. According to some of the project’s developers, it could have been the “best Star Wars game ever made.”
A Spin On aStar WarsGame Done By Amy Hennig Could’ve Been a Game Changer
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, developed by Skydance New Media, pairs Captain America with Black Panther in a World War II setting. Alongside characters like Nanali, a leader in the Wakandan spy network, and Gabriel Jones from the Howling Commandos, players will see war-ridden locations, from occupied Paris to other iconic battlegrounds.
Wow that looks incredible
When the game was officially revealed at D23 Expo 2022, Hennig reassured fans thatRise of Hydrawill showcase her trademark balance of cinematic flair and action-packed gameplay. With a unique setting and lineup of characters,Rise of Hydralooks poised to bring a new and original perspective to Marvel’s universe.
Hennig’s pivot to working withMarvelcomes with a hint of loss for what might have been. Project Ragtag, herStar Warsgame with Visceral Games, was set to be a 12-hour game in the same vein asUnchartedbut placed in the iconicStar Warsuniverse.
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Despite the excitement behindRagtag,EA shifted its focus to multiplayer experiences, ultimately deciding to shelve the game entirely. Developers who worked alongside Hennig, like Zach Mumbach, haveopenly admitted the lost potential, believingRagtagcould have redefinedStar Warsgaming.
Nobody deserves more credit for the#Unchartedseries than@amy_hennig.You created stories that people wanted to experience and wanted to be engrossed in and characters that fans all around the world loved. You inspired cosplayers and creators. You inspired us.pic.twitter.com/erVAOx5rip
Hennig has expressed that fans of her past work will feel at home in the Marvel game, noting that it holds a similar DNA to her previous titles. Players can expect meticulously crafted visuals and the hallmark storytelling that madeUncharteda success.
Rise of HydraAlready Looks Good, And It Might Have a Good Story With Hennig at the Helm
AlthoughRise of Hydraoffers a fresh opportunityfor Hennig to shape a game within an established universe, fans can’t help but wonder what might have been if she had been allowed to complete Ragtag.
Former Visceral Games producer Zach Mumbach appeared in an interview with MinnMax and talked about the canceled project. He mentioned impressive set pieces like a high-speed chase involving an AT-ST pursuing players. The game would have delivered moments similar to the most intense Uncharted scenes.
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Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydrastill holds the potential to showcase Hennig’s talent for blending cinematic and action elements within a superhero narrative. Hennig has reassured fans that the game will offer “best-in-class” visuals and an inviting experience for players across generations.
As Skydance and Marvel prepare for the game’s 2025 launch,Rise of Hydramay help define how Marvel stories are told in gaming, just like how the Uncharted series did for cinematic storytelling in video games.
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Daniel Royte
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. You can also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
