Monolith Soft, the celebrated creators of the Xenoblade Chronicles franchise, are actively recruiting for a new RPG. This announcement, made by General Director Tetsuya Takahashi, sheds light on the studio's evolving development strategies and their ambitious goals for this upcoming project.

Monolith Soft's Recruitment Drive for a Large-Scale Open-World RPG

Takahashi's Vision: A New Era for Monolith Soft

Takahashi's message highlights the industry's shift and the need for Monolith Soft to adapt. The complexities of developing an open-world RPG, with its interconnected characters, quests, and narrative, require a more streamlined production process. The scale of this new RPG surpasses previous Monolith Soft endeavors, necessitating a significant expansion of their team. Eight key roles are currently open, encompassing various aspects of game development, from asset creation to leadership. While skill is paramount, Takahashi emphasizes the importance of shared passion for creating enjoyable player experiences.

The Mystery of the 2017 Action Game

This isn't Monolith Soft's first recruitment drive for a new title. In 2017, they sought talent for an action game, a departure from their established style. Concept art depicting a knight and a dog in a fantastical setting fueled speculation, but the project remained largely undisclosed. The original recruitment page has since been removed from their website, leaving fans to speculate about its current status. It may have been postponed or potentially integrated into the current project.

Monolith Soft consistently pushes creative boundaries, evident in the expansive worlds of Xenoblade Chronicles and their contribution to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Their history of ambitious projects fuels anticipation for this new RPG, with some fans even suggesting it could be a launch title for a future Nintendo console.

While details remain scarce, the new RPG promises to be a significant undertaking. Given Monolith Soft's proven capabilities, it's likely to be their most ambitious project yet. Further information is eagerly awaited by fans worldwide. For more on potential future Nintendo hardware, please see the linked article below.