The Avatar universe is expanding with its largest video game to date: a AAA RPG introducing a brand-new Avatar. This exciting development brings a fresh narrative and character to the beloved franchise while retaining its core elements.
This new RPG, developed for both PC and console by Paramount Game Studios and Saber Interactive, promises an original storyline where players embody a new Avatar. Working alongside Avatar Studios, founded by Avatar: The Last Airbender creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, this game aims to enrich the Avatar Legends universe.
While introducing novel story elements and characters, the game assures a familiar experience for fans. Players will master the four elements, engage in combat with companions, and navigate the complex choices inherent in maintaining balance in the world. This commitment to core themes ensures the game resonates with longtime fans while welcoming newcomers.
Sokka, Katara, and Aang standing and looking at the camera. Momo is on Aang
Saber Interactive, known for its successful licensed game adaptations, brings a wealth of experience to the project. Their recent success with Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, which saw over 2 million players shortly after launch, underscores their ability to deliver engaging gameplay experiences within established universes. Other projects under development by Saber Interactive include John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, and the highly anticipated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake. Josh Austin, head of IP development and licensing at Saber Interactive, expressed the team’s enthusiasm for working with the Avatar IP, highlighting their dedication to expanding the Avatar Legends universe.
This ambitious project marks a significant milestone for the Avatar franchise in the gaming world. Previous attempts to translate the Avatar universe into video games have existed, though none on this scale. Since 2006, various game adaptations have emerged, reflecting the series’ enduring popularity. Recently, Avatar Generations, a mobile turn-based RPG by Square Enix, ceased operations roughly a year after its 2023 launch. Another game currently in development is a competitive multiplayer fighting game from Maximum Games, slated for early access release next year.
This new AAA RPG represents the most ambitious venture into the Avatar universe for video games. Combining a new story with the beloved core elements of Avatar, the game promises an engaging experience for both seasoned fans and newcomers alike. The collaboration between Paramount Game Studios, Saber Interactive, and Avatar Studios signals a commitment to quality and authenticity, setting the stage for what could be a defining chapter in the Avatar Legends universe.
