There's a new John Wick game on the way

Source: Engadget

Announcement

Lionsgate and Saber Interactive announced a new AAA John Wick game, with Keanu Reeves portraying the titular character in both voice and likeness. The untitled title is in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and will be a single‑player third‑person experience designed for mature audiences. No release date has been set.

“The new single‑player third‑person action game will combine John Wick’s unparalleled, adrenaline‑fueled ‘gun‑fu’ fighting style with Saber’s proven reputation for creating thrilling gaming experiences that leave players craving more,” the companies said in an announcement post.

The franchise director Chad Stahelski and star Keanu Reeves are both involved in the game’s production, with Reeves reprising his character’s look, voice, and more.

Story & Gameplay

According to the game’s director, Jesús Iglesias, the story is original and “addresses a significant time in John Wick’s life.” It will feature both familiar film characters and new ones created specifically for the game.

Gameplay promises include:

• A hard‑hitting gun‑fu combat system
• Jaw‑dropping camerawork
• Intense driving experiences
• Cinematic storytelling
• A bold range of atmospherically immersive environments

Developer Background

Saber Interactive, the studio behind Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, is also developing upcoming titles such as Jurassic Park: Survival and John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando. This will be the first John Wick game since John Wick Hex (2019), which has since been delisted.

This article originally appeared on Engadget.