This LA Noire Spinoff Idea Sounds Incredible
Actor Rahul Kohli has pitched an ambitious spinoff concept for the L.A. Noire franchise that would transport players across different historical periods. In an interview with BAFTA Games, Kohli outlined a vision for the series’ return as a game following detectives investigating crimes across multiple eras rather than remaining locked to a single time period.
Among the settings Kohli proposed is Victorian England, where players would hunt Jack the Ripper, one of history’s most infamous criminals. Another scenario would place players in 1980s California pursuing the Night Stalker, a real serial killer who terrorized the state during that decade. The actor expressed enthusiasm for jumping between different time periods as a police officer solving cases in each era.
Kohli, known for roles in Midnight Mass and Saros, demonstrated genuine passion for the L.A. Noire franchise. He specifically praised developer Team Bondi’s innovative facial-capture technology, which became a signature feature of the original game. His comments suggest he sees the series’ distinctive visual approach as a foundation that could enhance a multi-period spinoff concept.
The pitch represents a fan’s creative vision for reviving a long-dormant franchise, though it remains unclear if any developer has serious plans to pursue such a project. Nevertheless, Kohli’s proposal highlights the enduring appeal of L.A. Noire’s detective gameplay and period-setting formula.