Assassin’s Creed actor Abubakar Salim jokingly warns Troy Baker about creating his own game studio: “Don’t do it”

Voice actor Troy Baker, known for his work in The Last of Us, Uncharted, and Death Stranding, has announced plans to explore creating his own game studio. In recent interviews, Baker expressed his ambition to establish a team with trusted collaborators and develop stories of his choosing.

“I want to build a team. I am excited about building a studio with people that I’ve worked with, that I trust, and going, ‘Here’s my idea. How can you make it better?’” Baker stated. He clarified that he is currently in the early conversation phase, with no concrete plans yet finalized.

The announcement comes as Baker continues to promote his recent projects, including the Nintendo Switch 2 port of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Mouse: P.I. for Hire. His prolific career spans multiple acclaimed gaming franchises and collaborations with renowned creators.

In a lighthearted response, Assassin’s Creed actor Abubakar Salim humorously cautioned Baker against pursuing the venture, joking “Don’t do it.” The playful warning underscores the well-known challenges and complexities associated with game development and studio management.

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