Key Highlights:
- Video Games Deluxe confirms no L.A. Noire spiritual successor in development.
- “Sowden House” revealed to be an old VR tech demo, not a new game.
- Studio currently working exclusively on projects for Rockstar Games.
No L.A. Noire Sequel in Development
Video Games Deluxe (VGD), the studio behind the critically acclaimed L.A. Noire, has officially addressed recent gossip surrounding a potential spiritual successor to the beloved detective game.
In a statement released via LinkedIn, the developers have clarified that no such project is currently in the works.
Misunderstanding Over “Sowden House”
The rumours began circulating after composer Freyja Garbett shared an Instagram post about recording jazz music for a project called “Sowden House,” described as a psychological thriller set in 1940s Los Angeles.
This led many fans to speculate about a potential follow-up to L.A. Noire.
However, VGD has now confirmed that Sowden House was merely an old VR tech demo based on a scrapped case from the original L.A. Noire.
The studio stated they have “no idea” if this demo “will ever see the light of day.”
“We are working exclusively on projects for Rockstar,” VGD explained in their statement. They further clarified that the music Garbett recorded was commissioned “to support a local composer” for the VR project they had been working on “a number of years ago when between projects.”
This news comes as a disappointment to L.A. Noire fans who have long hoped for a sequel or spiritual successor to the 2011 hit.
While VGD did release L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files in 2017, a full-fledged follow-up has yet to materialise.
Focus on Rockstar Games Projects
As it stands, Video Games Deluxe appears to be fully committed to their partnership with Rockstar Games, the studio behind Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption.
What exactly they’re working on remains to be seen, but fans of their previous work will undoubtedly be keeping a close eye on any future announcements.
For now, it seems that those hoping to return to the gritty, noir-inspired streets of 1940s Los Angeles will have to content themselves with replaying the original L.A. Noire.
As always in the world of game development, it’s crucial to wait for official confirmations before getting too excited about rumoured projects.
