Summary
A new trademark filing with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office suggests thatJourney to the Savage Planet 2is in development. The original game was one of the first titles to join Google’s Stadia Games and Entertainment lineup in 2020. And despite its small budget, it met the publishers' sales expectations. However, like other Google-acquired games,Journey to the Savage Planetwas abandoned by the tech giant when Stadia was shut down.
Journey to the Savage Planetwas Stadia exclusivefor one year after its launch back in 2020. The game follows a space explorer who, after a rough landing, must explore an unknown planet’s flora and fauna. Players are encouraged to explore the map freely, with some areas requiring Metroidvania-style progress and upgrades to access. Despite mixed initial reviews, the game built a fanbase, especially after it became available on other platforms like Xbox Game Pass and Steam. The good news is that new documents hint at a sequel, suggestingJourney to the Savage Planetmay be making a comeback.
A new trademark filing by Raccoon Logic Studios Inc. with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office reveals that the company has trademarked two familiar names:Revenge of the Savage PlanetandSavage Planet. TheoriginalJourney to the Savage Planetteam founded Raccoon Logic Studiosin 2023 to replace Tycoon Studios, which Google shut down when it abandoned Stadia Games and Entertainment project in 2021. The new trademark documents coincide with Raccoon Logic listingJourney to the Savage Planetas the company’s first published title on its website. The studio is also hiring more developers to work on its new IP, which, according to these documents, might be a sequel to the belovedJourney to the Savage Planet.
What to Expect from Journey to the Savage Planet’s Sequel
As players know,Journey to the Savage Planethad different endings. However, in all of them, the main character raises questions about the future of space exploration and their next mission. By looking at the trademarked IP,Revenge of the Savage Planet, it seems likely that the player will return to ARY-25 for more exploration or to unravel more mysteries. Another possibility is dealing with the consequences of Martin Tweed’s attempt to create his own planet.
With Alex Hutchinson, director ofFar Cry 4, likely at the helm,Journey to the Savage Planet 2is poised for an open-world experience with extensive content. However, with constant layoffs and abandoned projects in the gaming industry, the future of this cherished Metroidvania remains uncertain. In the meantime, players can enjoy thefree next-gen update forJourney to the Savage Planetas they anticipate its sequel.
