In August 2023, Gun Interactive launched the highly anticipated The Texas Chain Saw Massacre game, captivating horror enthusiasts and gamers alike. However, just under two years later, the company recently announced that they will not be implementing any significant updates or enhancements to the game, which has left many fans disappointed.
In a community update, Gun Interactive stated, “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will not be receiving any further future content or support.” They elaborated, “This means that there will be no more DLC, balance updates, or bug fixes after our upcoming May patch. However, players can still anticipate a few more patches aimed at transitioning towards peer-to-peer matchmaking. Importantly, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will remain playable and is NOT being removed from online stores. Our community team will keep engaging with our players as we continue to celebrate The Texas Chain Saw Massacre with everyone who cherishes this game just as much as we do.”
While it is reassuring to know that the game will still be available for play, it’s undeniably disheartening to witness it join the ranks of other titles like Friday the 13th: The Game and Evil Dead: The Game, which faced similar fates regarding ongoing support and content updates.
Gun Interactive expressed their pride in the game’s development and the journey to reach this point. They shared, “We feel proud of the game we’ve made and we’re happy that we’re at a point where we feel The Texas Chain Saw Massacre has reached its full potential. From day one, we’ve maintained a clear and focused vision for this game. Our goal was to push the boundaries of multiplayer asymmetrical horror, introduce this legendary film to a new generation, and immerse players in the stunning yet eerie setting of Muerto County, and we believe we have accomplished that.”
The game features an impressive roster of horror legends, including Kane Hodder, Barbara Crampton, Scout Taylor Compton, Skeet Ulrich, Bill Moseley, and Edwin Neal. Set several months before the events of the original film, the story follows Ana Flores and her college friends as they embark on a harrowing search for her missing sister, Maria, immersing players in a rich narrative filled with suspense and terror.
It appears that Gun Interactive did not take this decision lightly and genuinely values the community of players who have supported the game. They remarked, “As a creative studio, it’s crucial for us to convey that we’ve seen this vision through to its natural creative conclusion.” They continued, “We are a dedicated group of horror enthusiasts and artists who are constantly striving to deliver cinematic experiences to our audience. We appreciate those who resonate with the vision we bring to the asymmetrical multiplayer horror genre because, let’s be honest, it may not appeal to everyone. However, for those who understand it, those who have broadened their gaming experiences to enjoy The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, those who have embraced the fear, horror, and beauty of this captivating world with their friends, motivate us to keep pushing forward and doing what we love best… creating your favorite horror games. We wouldn’t have it any other way.”
