Fans of the Avatar: The Last Airbender franchise and video games can collectively breathe a sigh of relief with Paramount Game Studios and Saber Interactive announcing that the franchise will be getting an AAA RPG. The game will be made for both PC and consoles and will tell a new story in the universe. It’s being developed in close collaboration with Avatar Studios, the new division launched by original show creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko back in 2021 with the goal of expanding the Avatar universe.
“We know loyal fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender have been eager for more stories that bring them into the universe of the show, and through gaming, we’re able to expand the world-building and allow fans to experience the new content in a completely immersive way,” said Doug Rosen, SVP, Games and Emerging Media at Paramount. “Saber Interactive has a proven track record in bringing IP-based games to life, and we are excited to co-fund this AAA title alongside them and let fans experience this world first-hand.”
Saber has revealed that the game will be set thousands of years in the past as players will assume the role of an all-new, never-before-seen Avatar. Players will be able to master all four elements, engage in dynamic combat alongside companions, and experience the challenges and decisions that come with being the keeper of balance in the world. According to Saber, “The game will include both familiar and new elements from the franchise offering fans the opportunity to deeply connect to the world and become the hero of this unexplored era.”
“At Saber, we are all truly fans of the IP we work with,” said Josh Austin, Head of IP Development & Licensing, Saber Interactive. “Our team members are some of the most devoted, passionate creatives out there and it’s an honor to join forces with Avatar Studios and Paramount Games to further expand the Avatar Legends universe in video games. This unique co-fund structure is a result of our ever-expanding collaboration with Paramount, which started over a decade ago with WWZ, and we’re excited for all that’s on the horizon.”