Avatar: The Last Airbender may finally get the recognition it deserves as Saber Interactive steps in to develop a new RPG based on the beloved animated series. Paramount Game Studios and Saber Interactive, the team behind Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2, have officially announced the beginning of work on this exciting new project set in the Avatar universe, according to IGN.
 |
| (Image credit: Nickelodeon) |
Expanding the Avatar Universe
This new RPG is part of a broader effort to expand the Avatar universe, initiated by the show's original creators, Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. In 2021, they launched Avatar Studios, which is now working alongside Saber Interactive to avoid another misstep like the M. Night Shyamalan movie adaptation. The goal is to craft a game that stays true to the series' legacy and enriches its world.
What to Expect from the New RPG
Doug Rosen, SVP of Games and Emerging Media at Paramount, expressed excitement about the project:
"Fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender have been eagerly awaiting more stories set in this universe. Through gaming, we can now expand the world-building and immerse players in a whole new experience. Saber Interactive has a great track record of adapting IP-based games, and we're thrilled to co-fund this AAA title with them."
The game will introduce an all-new Avatar, never before seen in the series, who existed thousands of years before Aang. Players will be tasked with mastering all four elements, engaging in dynamic combat with companions, and navigating the moral challenges that come with being the Avatar, the keeper of balance in the world.
A Chance for Redemption
While fans are excited about the potential of this new RPG, there is cautious optimism. The Avatar: The Last Airbender series has a history of disappointing adaptations, such as M. Night Shyamalan's poorly received movie and Netflix's recent attempt to bring the series to life, both of which struggled to capture the magic of the original.
One key difference with this new project is that the original creators are involved, which could be the determining factor for its success.
More Avatar Games in the Works
In addition to the RPG, Maximum Entertainment and Paramount are developing a competitive fighting game based on Avatar: The Last Airbender, offering fans more ways to experience the Avatar universe through gaming.
Conclusion
This upcoming RPG, developed by Saber Interactive and Paramount Game Studios, offers an exciting opportunity to bring the Avatar world back into the spotlight. With the involvement of the original creators and a focus on immersive storytelling, fans can hope this game will do justice to the legacy of Avatar: The Last Airbender.