NetEase Announces Bad Brain Game Studios To Work On Open-World Game Inspired By ’80s Movies

NetEase Games announced that a new studio in Canada has been founded. Sean Crooks will be the head of this studio, an ex-Ubisoft executive with credits from Just Dance and Driver all the way to Watch Dogs. Other members of the team include developers who have worked on series like Splinter Cell, Army of Two, Far Cry, and Child of Light.

The team wants to launch a new series with its first effort. This is a story-driven, open-world action/adventure game that takes inspiration from 1980s horror and action films. Bad Brain will use Unreal Engine 5 in order to create its debut game, which is set to launch on multiple platforms.

Crooks, in a statement to the press said: “I am honored to be heading this talented Canadian team of developers.” We’re passionate about creating meaningful and memorable experiences. NetEase Games welcomed us with open arms, and gave us the creative freedom we needed to create our best work. The first project is our passion, which gives us a chance to really free up our minds.”

NetEase is based out of China and views the deal as an investment into Canada’s game development industry. Simon Zhu, NetEase Games’ president of global partnerships and investments said: “We are thrilled to have Bad Brain Game Studios join our family. They will enrich our presence in Canada.” NetEase Games is committed to supporting top talent and developing games for Canadian players. With this new studio NetEase Games will continue its efforts in nurturing the best talents. We’re proud to remain a part a vibrant gaming industry in Canada. “We believe our talented teams will be able to create the most innovative, exciting, and fun games that the industry has ever seen.

Bad Brain Game Studios’ offices will be located in Toronto (Ontario) and Montreal (Québec) and they will work on a hybrid business model. You can learn more by visiting the studio’s website.