by It seems we're never getting another game under the "Burnout" moniker, but we did get a spiritual successor in the form of Wreckreation a few years ago, and a surprise sequel has just been announced for the game this afternoon.
Wreckreation 2 is being created by a newly-formed studio called "When Tides Turn", staffed by members of the previous Wreckreation studio, Three Fields Entertainment. Again, we're looking at an open-world Burnout Paradise-style game here, although it seems the focus is more on the racing and less on the creation aspects of the original title.
Here's what a press release has to say about it - note the mention about trying to "deliver the ultimate modern arcade driving game". That's a bold aim, but one we're certainly hoping they can achieve!
"Wreckreation 2 brings back the thrilling essence of arcade racers. Set within a dense city built specifically for high-octane driving, as players speed throughout urban districts, docks, and a sprawling airport. The game combines intense arcade action, evolving vehicles, player creativity, and the physical, contact-heavy driving experiences that arcade racing fans love.
The project marks the debut of When Tides Turn, a newly formed studio comprised of industry veterans responsible for some of the genre's most beloved arcade driving experiences. Built around a community-first development philosophy, the studio is working directly with players to help deliver the ultimate modern arcade driving game."
Fiona Sperry, who serves as the studio head at When Tides Turn and oversaw multiple Burnout titles, says that loyal Wreckreation players have already been guiding Wreckreation 2's development, and it's being built alongside them.
I've personally had a bit of a chance to play the original Wreckreation and felt that it was decent but also lacking in budget and overall polish, so here's hoping the sequel will be able to fill in the gaps and deliver on its ambitious goals.
We'll leave you with more details on Wreckreation 2 below, and stay tuned for a release date in the future.
"...an open-world arcade racing game where every slam, every shortcut, and every takedown can change the outcome. Every race is a battle, where victory isn't just about finding the fastest line, but reading your rivals, taking risks, seizing opportunities, and choosing the perfect moment to deliver the perfect takedown. Each race unfolds differently, creating battles that last from the first corner to the finish line. Wreckreation 2 is being developed in collaboration with its growing community, who are helping shape everything from vehicle handling and progression systems to events and world design. Wreckreation 2 is currently in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with a launch date that will be announced at a later time."