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Ex-Grand Theft Auto Executive’s Sci-Fi Game Faces Backlash After Disastrous Launch

The highly anticipated sci-fi adventure MindsEye from former Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies has been labeled “the worst game of 2025” by critics. Staff at Build a Rocket Boy studio were reportedly stunned by management’s response to the disastrous launch, which included allegations of internal sabotage.

Disastrous Launch for Highly Anticipated Sci-Fi Game

MindsEye, the debut video game from Edinburgh studio Build a Rocket Boy, has reportedly become one of 2025’s biggest gaming disappointments according to industry reports. The sci-fi adventure title, developed by former Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies, was released to scathing reviews from both critics and players who described it as “broken” and “buggy.”

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Dead Space Creator Glen Schofield Pushes for Fourth Installment Amid EA Ownership Changes

Veteran game designer Glen Schofield is making renewed efforts to develop Dead Space 4, according to recent reports. The franchise creator believes Electronic Arts might consider selling the intellectual property following its massive leveraged buyout, creating potential opportunities for the series’ revival.

Dead Space Creator Campaigns for Series Revival

Glen Schofield, the co-creator of the acclaimed Dead Space franchise, has publicly expressed his determination to develop a fourth mainline installment in the survival horror series, according to recent reports. During an interview with IGN at Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show, Schofield revealed he recently petitioned Electronic Arts to greenlight Dead Space 4, presenting what he described as a cost-effective development plan.