The Initiative - Perfect Dark Developer Interview - The Game Awards 2020 | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR
The studio behind Perfect Dark discusses their reinvention of the franchise, aiming to deliver a unique and exciting game experience.
Key Insights
- 💗 The studio started small and has grown while aiming to deliver stories and premises that rival TV and movies.
- 😆 Perfect Dark aims to create a unique and flavorful world within the Eco Sci-Fi genre.
- 👻 The reinvention of the franchise allows for more diversity in gameplay and exploring what it truly means to be a secret agent.
- 👾 Differentiating "spy fighting" from traditional first-person shooting involves emphasizing physicality and immersion in the game world.
Transcript
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Questions & Answers
Q: What inspired the concept of Perfect Dark and the secret agent theme?
The team was drawn to the concept of secret agents, espionage, and reconnaissance, as there was a lack of games with a blockbuster secret agent vision.
Q: What sets Perfect Dark apart from other games in the franchise?
The original Perfect Dark was revolutionary for its time, with standout gadgets, wild guns, and a strong female lead character in a world of corporate crime.
Q: How is the team approaching the reinvention of Perfect Dark for the modern era?
The team aims to strike a balance between honoring the past and introducing fresh ideas, considering the limitations that were present during the first installment.
Q: What is the premise of Perfect Dark's new world and setting?
Perfect Dark takes place in an Eco Sci-Fi world where an ecological disaster has occurred. Corporations have developed new technology that presents a hopeful surface while hiding potential dangers.
Summary & Key Takeaways
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The studio started as a small team in Santa Monica, aiming to create a game and a vision for the studio.
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Perfect Dark is a revolutionary game with standout gadgets and a strong female lead character in a world of corporate crime.
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The team aims to carefully balance innovation and homage to the past while rethinking the game for the modern era.