On October 16, 2024, IO Interactive, known for the Hitman series, announced that it will become the global publisher for the upcoming AAA title MindsEye, developed by the studio Build A Rocket Boy. This new title comes from the mind of Leslie Benzies, the former director of the Grand Theft Auto series who was pivotal in the development of games like GTA III to GTA V. Given Benzies' rich portfolio in the video game industry, expectations for MindsEye are high.
MindsEye is described as a cinematic, narrative-driven action-adventure thriller set in the near future, where players will uncover the secrets of a corrupt world, confront artificial intelligence, and explore themes such as political corruption and espionage. The game promises tense driving scenes, futuristic technologies, and explosive combat, aiming to deliver a truly next-gen experience for players on PC and consoles.
For IO Interactive, this is the first major step into third-party publishing through their new department IOI Partners. The goal of this partnership is, according to IO Interactive's CEO Hakan Abrak, to offer a high-quality, innovative experience to players around the world, in line with the tradition of a studio that is already established in the global market thanks to Hitman.
MindsEye is expected to make a significant contribution to the AAA game industry, especially considering the creative possibilities that Benzies' vision and IO Interactive's expertise in publishing can provide.
