Why the Internet Is Suddenly Buzzing About an LA Noire Sequel
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
A resurfaced forum leak has sparked widespread speculation about an LA Noire sequel set in San Francisco, fueled by recent studio acquisitions and past publisher comments.
Internet speculation has kicked into overdrive following the resurfacing of an old leak from 2023 that correctly predicted several details about Grand Theft Auto 6. Beyond the GTA details, the revived post claims that Rockstar Games is quietly developing an LA Noire sequel targeted for a 2030 release, supposedly set in San Francisco and centered around the notorious Zodiac Killer. While the source material reads like typical forum fiction, the underlying pieces of the puzzle have fans and industry watchers connecting dots across past studio acquisitions and publisher statements.
Context helps explain why this particular rumor has legs. Video Games Deluxe, a studio largely comprised of veterans from the original Team Bondi including creative lead Brendan McNamara, was officially acquired by Rockstar and rebranded as Rockstar Australia. Given that Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick previously noted the company is always open to revisiting legacy intellectual property if the right creative team is passionate about it, the presence of McNamara under the Rockstar umbrella naturally fuels speculation about a crime drama revival. Rockstar also gave the original game unusual post launch support over the years with VR ports and current generation upgrades, signaling a soft spot for the franchise.
At the same time, community skepticism is warranted when looking at Rockstar's immediate future. Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised to dominate the industry for years, and the massive ongoing support required for its future online ecosystem will likely consume studio bandwidth. Yet, Rockstar is currently collaborating with Remedy on the upcoming Max Payne remakes, proving the publisher still makes room for single player experiences outside of its main live service pillars. Whether an LA Noire follow up is genuinely in the works or simply wishful thinking, the studio clearly has the talent and the historical interest to make it happen eventually.
Reporting via IGN South Africa highlights how quickly community archaeology can reignite dormant franchises. Players across console and PC platforms are always eager to look past the current blockbuster cycle and imagine what classic worlds deserve a modern return, especially when studio talent realigns in interesting ways.
Tags: Rockstar Games, LA Noire, Industry News, Rumors
Original article: IGN South Africa