‘Deus Ex: Universe’ Announced By Eidos Montreal

Briefly: Eidos has just announced the next chapter in the incredible Deus Ex saga.

It’s called Deus Ex: Universe, and it’s actually not just one game. As Head of Studio David Anfossi describes it, the idea behind Deus Ex: Universe “is to create an ongoing, expanding and connected game world built across a generation of core games. It’s a commitment on our part to deliver meaningful content that expands the franchise on a regular basis and to deliver a deep conspiracy that will span several connected Deus Ex games, creating a more immersive and richer experience than ever before. Deus Ex: Universe will include PC and console games, but also additional Deus Ex games and experiences available in other media such as tablets, smartphones, books, graphic novels, etc…”

Deus Ex is a universe with countless stories to be told, and essentially infinite room for expansion. I’m a huge fan of the franchise (I remember playing the first title as a 12 year old boy on the first day that it hit the PS2). The idea behind Universe is one that’s a perfect fit for the franchise.

Anfossi continues:

I’m pleased to confirm that we are already into production of the starting point for Deus Ex: Universe with a new game for PC and next-generation consoles. We’re very excited about it at the studio and I wanted to let you know that most of the team behind Deus Ex: Human Revolution is already working hard on this new game. It took us four years to learn how to create a unique Deus Ex experience with Human Revolution and it was important for me to keep this knowledge within the franchise.

If you haven’t yet experienced 2011’s Deus Ex: Human Revolution, I implore you to do so. It’s definitely one of the highlights of this generation. Take a peek at some Deus Ex: Universe concept art below, and let us know what you think of the announcement!