The beloved Sony franchise, Killzone, has been on a hiatus, leaving fans eagerly anticipating its return. In a recent interview with VideoGamer during the PlayStation: The Concert Tour, Killzone's composer Joris de Man voiced his support for reviving the series. "I know that there have been petitions for it," de Man mentioned, acknowledging the fan demand. However, he also highlighted the complexities involved, stating, "I think it's [tricky] because, I can't speak for Guerrilla or anything... I don't know if it will ever happen. I hope it will because I think it is quite an iconic franchise, but I also think it kind of has to take into account the sensitivities and the shift in, I guess, what people want because it is quite bleak in some ways."
Regarding the potential format for Killzone's comeback, de Man suggested that a remastered collection might be more successful than launching an entirely new game. "I think [a] remastered one would be successful, I don't know if a new game would be as much," he explained. He pondered whether the gaming audience's preferences have shifted towards more casual and quick-paced experiences, contrasting with Killzone's slower, weightier gameplay style. Notably, Killzone 2 faced criticism for its perceived input lag on the PlayStation 3, yet the series remains celebrated for its dark, gritty atmosphere.
In a separate interview with the Washington Post, it appears that Sony-owned developer Guerrilla has shifted its focus to the Horizon series, moving away from Killzone. Despite this, the last entry, Killzone Shadow Fall, was released over a decade ago, and the prospect of reviving Killzone—or another of Sony's PlayStation shooter franchises—continues to excite some fans. With Joris de Man joining the call for its return, supporters of the series have another advocate in their corner.
