Roundup: Here’s What The First Previews Are Saying About Stuntman: Hollywood
Stuntman: Hollywood returned to gaming at Sony’s recent State of Play event, marking the franchise’s revival after more than a decade since its last appearance on Xbox 360. Developed by Saber Interactive, the new entry aims to bring back the series’ core gameplay loop of executing dangerous vehicle stunts under the direction of a film director.
The game places players in high-octane action sequences where they must follow directorial instructions while driving fast vehicles through cinematic setpieces. This latest iteration is being positioned as particularly ambitious compared to previous entries in the franchise.
Early hands-on previews from major outlets like Polygon are now circulating, offering mixed impressions of what’s to come. While critics acknowledge that Stuntman: Hollywood represents “a brilliant use of intellectual property,” some express concerns about the execution. Polygon’s preview, conducted at Summer Game Fest, noted that while the core concept remains strong, the current implementation falls somewhat short of expectations. Reviewers indicated hope that further development could address these concerns before launch.
The revival of Stuntman comes as part of a broader trend of dormant gaming franchises being revived for modern audiences. With previews still ongoing and the game in active development, the full picture of what Stuntman: Hollywood will offer remains to be seen.