- Actor Jesse Hutch’s resume listed “Gobi 2,” hinting at a Back 4 Blood sequel before it was removed, sparking fan interest.
- Turtle Rock ends updates, redirecting efforts to a new project, adding credibility to the sequel theory.
- Domain “back4blood2.com” registered, fueling excitement.
Speculation about a sequel to Back 4 Blood has reignited following a discovery made by MP1st, a gaming news outlet.
Evidence Points to a Sequel in Development
Recently an intriguing cue has been spotted in the resume of actor Jesse Hutch— who worked on the first installment, listed “Gobi 2”, hinting at the production of the game’s remake.
The original game was codenamed “Gobi 1”, making the connection clear. You may not find the name there as it has been taken down but the evidence has already fueled up the anticipations.
The other element supporting this remake theory includes Turtle Rock Studios’ announcement regarding ending updates for the original game as they are busy focusing on their next project.
Furthermore, the domain “back4blood2.com” was quietly registered last year and remains active. Although the studio has not officially confirmed a sequel, these breadcrumbs are enough to hint to fans that developers are cooking something—Cleaners could be gearing up for another battle against the Ridden.
What Fans Can Expect
Back 4 Blood, released in October 2021, positioned itself as an excellent successor to the fan-favorite Left 4 Dead series. It is the right fit for players who are fond of zombie games.
It offers co-op gameplay— you and your teammates have to take the role of cleaners to battle against the mutated creatures called “The Ridden” ” The most standout feature— is the card system, which allows players to customize gameplay, providing boosts like increased health or faster reloads.
Players can explore a variety of maps and encounter diverse types of enemies, making the experience challenging. Back 4 Blood became the fastest-selling game and developed a strong fan base.
Now if the sequel’s development comes true, players can expect improvements, expanding of the story, new game modes, and more. Fans are eagerly waiting for the studio to break the ice over these growing speculations.
