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E3 2011: Rage 2 already planned, possibly "cross-generational"

By Tor Thorsen

John Carmack of id says that a follow-up to the upcoming postapocalyptic action game is due after Doom 4--and might appear on both current- and next-gen consoles.

LOS ANGELES--One of the centerpieces of Bethesda Softworks' booth at the 2011 Electronic Entertainment Expo is Rage. The forthcoming sci-fi shooter will arrive on the PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360 on September 13 and is being developed by Doom creator id Software.

Rage 2 could appear on the PlayStation 4, as well as the PS3.

Rage 2 could appear on the PlayStation 4, as well as the PS3.

But even though Rage hasn't even hit store shelves, id's head of technology John Carmack is already talking sequels. Speaking today with GameSpot, the legendary engineer said that while still putting the finishing touches on the first game, his team is laying a foundation for the follow-up.

When asked if Rage 2 was being planned, Carmack answered with a flat "Yes," adding, "We haven't got a formal, official announcement, but we're certainly headed in that direction."

That said, don't expect Rage 2 anytime soon. Carmack said that as soon as Rage goes gold, id's core engineering team--led by Carmack--will transfer over to the Doom 4 team to shepherd it to market. Once that is completed, they will turn their attention to the next Rage game.

Given that Doom 4 doesn't have a release date, it may be some time until Rage 2 sees the light of day. But even though Carmack said that he expects the sequel to be based on the same engine as the first Rage, he hinted it might appear on next-generation consoles, as well as current platforms.

When asked if Rage 2 would appear on next-gen consoles, Carmack said, "I am working on next-generation engine technology and what we'll be doing with graphics when we start really rethinking it. It's likely that the project after Doom 4, the next major one, will be designed around being cross-generational."

For more on Rage, read GameSpot's brand-new preview straight from E3 2011.

By Tor Thorsen

69 Comments

  • MrBBQ56

    Posted Mar 7, 2012 7:00 am GMT

    Rage 2: coming 2016

  • FrostyGoat

    Posted Mar 2, 2012 4:27 pm GMT

    I loved Rage. You got to be a fool not to appreciate that game.

  • gregrout

    Posted Feb 29, 2012 9:44 am GMT

    I didn't find that FPF (first-person-flashlight) business much fun. I hope they don't put any other stupidity in this next one, like having to tie your shoelace, or hike up your pants. I mean, sure making your player trip over it's shoelace, or clean it's stained underwear "...it sooooo ADDs to the realism dude! - fanboy", but it ain't no fun to play.

  • CocaColaNinja

    Posted Feb 28, 2012 5:30 pm GMT

    STOP WHAT YOUR DOING AND MAKE DOOM 4

  • ChevLss

    Posted Oct 21, 2011 4:07 am GMT

    Holy crap. I remember buying DOOM the day it came out when i was 19 and being blown away. Doom II, YES!! Doom64, even better!!! But venerable ol' iD has slipped and almost stumbled a bit over the last decade with Wolfenstein not being what it could have and Doom3's less than stellar sales. Oh and out right dropped said ball with Quake(oooh, I feel your hate!). I'm taking a wait an see approach to D4. If Rage is any good I might start getting my hopes up.

  • psych2416256

    Posted Oct 9, 2011 11:37 am GMT

    DOOM 4 or bust man. The first game i played was DOOM 2 when i was 3 and that has spelled the begining of my gaming life style so stop bsing with rage 2 and bring DOOM 4 with the BFG 9000 complimentary

    P.S. also a marshan buddies storage locker

    Spoiler: and another secret end credits, (to all who know what i'm talking about because of noclip FUK you)

  • spencerdean94

    Posted Oct 6, 2011 12:38 am GMT

    Who the hell cares about Rage, I WANT DOOM 4!!!!!!

  • aaronfhff123

    Posted Oct 4, 2011 12:49 pm GMT

    @PixelAddict Right? Where is rare? Goldeneye, Banjo, and Perfect dark were epic.

  • BionicBrando

    Posted Aug 13, 2011 2:36 pm GMT

    I'm liking how they try to keep one trademark game per console generation. It means that each game made will be a significant leap (Doom 2 to 3 to 4, Rage 1 to 2, etc.)

  • ezjohny

    Posted Aug 11, 2011 2:22 am GMT

    I like this article, when the new technology, LGA 20 11 socket, X79 express chip set comes out, i'm getting it so looking forward to the next generation in gaming!
    Can't wait to see doom 4, the cinematic effect in doom 4 is suppose to have more than Rage. I want to check that demo out! Good job Carmack, a fan here!

  • Wensea10

    Posted Jul 27, 2011 4:00 pm GMT

    the side missions obviously will not be better than the story

  • Elite39

    Posted Jul 5, 2011 7:19 am GMT

    I hope they show Doom 4 this year, the last few years were very let down.

  • pszone

    Posted Jun 12, 2011 12:54 pm GMT

    Rage 2 for ps4 and ps3 could be right but i want doom4 and when there at it bring doom 3 HD as long old ones for xbox360 and Ps3 i think fans will buy them as well as me :]

  • gokulgamer

    Posted Jun 12, 2011 10:06 am GMT

    It's been a really really long time since the Doom series showed up.My First FPS was Doom 3.I really hav been waiting for Doom 4.Doom4 rock the show when u launch

  • amaan4ever

    Posted Jun 12, 2011 12:59 am GMT

    Been waiting for doom 4 since 2004

  • Henninger

    Posted Jun 10, 2011 9:42 pm GMT

    id is 1 of my favorite developers. I loved Doom 3 & i will b picking up Rage & Doom 4 when that finally drops.

  • brok

    Posted Jun 10, 2011 1:22 am GMT

    @TheVGamer

    *sigh* yes, of course I do. Being well known does not make an arrogant move any less arrogant though, any more than calling someone on it makes someone any more ignorant about who they are.

  • Gelugon_baat

    Posted Jun 10, 2011 12:22 am GMT

    Little wonder why Carmack's managing his own rocket company if he's so willing to look so far ahead.

  • elancion

    Posted Jun 9, 2011 5:09 pm GMT

    well they already have a solid engine so a sequel wouldn't take that long to put out.

  • PixelAddict

    Posted Jun 9, 2011 12:47 pm GMT

    id!

    At a time when Rare is nowhere to be seen, id doesn't fail to impress. Can't wait for Rage, and Doom 4 is now totally on my radar. Hope that's out in 2012. Would be fantastic.