New Look at GTA Lead Designer's Techno Spy Thriller, MindsEye

Leslie Benzies, former lead game designer behind Rockstar hits like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption, unveils a fresh look at his upcoming title, MindsEye, during the PlayStation State of Play showcase.

A newly released trailer offers a glimpse into this high-octane spy thriller, drawing noticeable parallels to the Grand Theft Auto franchise. Expect intense third-person gunfights, stunning cinematic sequences, and thrilling drive-by shootings. View the cinematic trailer below.

Official press materials reveal that MindsEye centers around Jacob Diaz, a character equipped with a neural implant – the MindsEye – which has severely impacted his memory, leaving him with fragmented flashbacks of his military service. Diaz embarks on a mission to uncover the truth about his past, encountering an AI-powered military force determined to thwart his efforts.

MindsEye has been in development for several years. Following his departure from Rockstar Games, Benzies established Build a Rocket Boy, collaborating with IO Interactive (creators of Hitman) on this project. Advertised as a AAA action-adventure game, MindsEye will also integrate with the "Everywhere" platform, previously described as a "big-budget Roblox" following a studio visit in 2024.

While the new trailer omits mention of Everywhere, MindsEye itself promises an exciting action-packed experience from a leading figure in the gaming industry. The game is slated for release sometime in Summer 2025.

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