Xenoblade Chronicles Devs Recruiting Staff for ‘New RPG’

Monolith Soft, renowned creators of the Xenoblade Chronicles series, are actively recruiting for a new RPG project. This follows a message from General Director Tetsuya Takahashi outlining the studio's evolving development strategies.

Monolith Soft's Ambitious Open-World Venture

Takahashi's Call for Talent

Takahashi's statement on the official website confirmed the studio's commitment to developing this "new RPG," requiring a significant expansion of their team. He cited the increasing complexity of open-world game design, emphasizing the need for a more efficient production pipeline to manage the interconnectedness of characters, quests, and narrative. The scope of this new RPG surpasses previous Monolith Soft titles, necessitating a larger, more skilled team. Eight key roles are currently open, ranging from asset creation to leadership positions. While skill is paramount, Takahashi stressed the importance of shared passion for creating enjoyable player experiences.

The Mystery of the 2017 Action Game

This isn't Monolith Soft's first recruitment drive for a new title. In 2017, they sought staff for an ambitious action game, a departure from their established style. Concept art depicted a knight and a dog in a fantastical setting, but subsequent updates were absent. Given Monolith Soft's history of creating expansive games that push technological boundaries (as exemplified by the Xenoblade Chronicles series and their contributions to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild), speculation is rife.

Whether this "new RPG" is the same project as the 2017 action game remains unclear. The original 2017 recruitment page has been removed from their website; however, this doesn't necessarily confirm cancellation – it might simply have been temporarily shelved.

Details surrounding this new RPG are scarce, fueling considerable fan excitement. Given Monolith Soft's reputation, many anticipate this could be their most ambitious project to date. Some even posit it as a potential launch title for a future Nintendo Switch successor.

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