Leslie Benzies, the mastermind behind Rockstar Games' hits like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption, is poised to unleash his next creation: MindsEye. This high-tech spy thriller, recently showcased at PlayStation's State of Play, offers a captivating glimpse into its world.
A new trailer reveals a game brimming with familiar elements—third-person gunplay, stunning cinematic sequences, and thrilling drive-by shootouts, echoing the hallmarks of Benzies' previous work. Watch the cinematic trailer below:
The official press release introduces Jacob Diaz, our protagonist, equipped with a neural implant—the MindsEye—that has fractured his memories, leaving him with fragmented flashbacks of his military past. His journey is one of self-discovery, a mission to uncover the truth about his identity, all while facing a formidable AI-powered military force.
MindsEye has been in the works for several years. Following his departure from Rockstar Games, Benzies established Build a Rocket Boy, collaborating with IO Interactive (the creators of Hitman) on this ambitious project. Described as a AAA action-adventure title, MindsEye will also integrate with the Everywhere platform, a project previously described as a "big-budget Roblox" following a studio visit in 2024.
While the new trailer doesn't explicitly mention Everywhere, MindsEye itself looks incredibly promising, shaping up to be an exciting action game from a true industry legend. Expect its release sometime in the summer of 2025.
For a complete rundown of today's State of Play announcements, check out the full recap here.
