Game publisher Krafton has hinted that the upcoming sequel to Hi-Fi Rush, currently in development at Tango Gameworks, may feature a more open-world design compared to its predecessor. Hi-Fi Rush garnered widespread acclaim from gamers and critics when it was unexpectedly released by Xbox in January 2023. Departing from Tango’s horror-focused games like The Evil Within and Ghostwire: Tokyo, Hi-Fi Rush offered a vibrant, rhythm-based action experience that quickly became one of Xbox's standout games of the year.
Despite the success of Hi-Fi Rush, Tango Gameworks was unexpectedly shut down in May 2024, along with other studios like Arkane Austin and Roundhouse Studios, in a wave of closures by Xbox. The closure of Tango Gameworks was particularly surprising given its recent success. Fortunately, in August 2024, Korean publisher Krafton, known for publishing titles like PUBG and The Callisto Protocol, acquired Tango Gameworks, rehiring most of its staff. As part of the deal, Krafton obtained the Hi-Fi Rush IP, though the Evil Within and Ghostwire franchises remain with Xbox.
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In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, Maria Park, Krafton’s Head of Corporate Development, shared that when Krafton first approached Tango Gameworks, the studio already had a six-month-old playable build of Hi-Fi Rush 2. Park also revealed that the sequel is aiming for a more open-world design, stating, "I don't think it's going to be completely open world, but a more dynamic environment [that] you play in." This approach marks a departure from the original game’s more linear structure, which could offer a fresh experience for players who may have preferred more exploration options.
While the sequel may not be a fully open-world game, larger areas to explore could add a new layer of depth to Hi-Fi Rush 2. One of the original game’s most notable features was the synchronization of environmental elements with the music, which might be more challenging to implement in a more open design. It remains to be seen how this feature will be adapted in the sequel, particularly with the potential addition of side quests.
Currently, development on Hi-Fi Rush 2 is paused as Tango completes its transition to Krafton, but the studio has other projects in the pipeline, including a planned release of Hi-Fi Rush on the Nintendo Switch and more DLC. As for the sequel, it is likely several years away from release. Tango Gameworks is also working on a new online co-op live service game, though details about that project remain scarce.