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Dave Bautista Teams Up for Cat Assassin Franchise and Game

Jun 13, 2025 4:38 PM

Dave Bautista is entering the gaming and entertainment industry with a new franchise called Cat Assassin, developed in collaboration with writer Steve Lerner, known for the popular game Stray. The franchise will encompass animated series, video games, and publishing ventures, with Bautista bringing his creative vision to life through Dogbone Entertainment and Titan1Studios. Set in a neo-noir world of anthropomorphic cats, Cat Assassin follows Hugh, a skilled assassin navigating a chaotic environment filled with cartels and power struggles. The upcoming stealth action game promises to deliver an engaging blend of humor, action, and stealth gameplay, drawing inspiration from classics like Assassin's Creed and Splinter Cell.

What is Cat Assassin about?

Cat Assassin is a new franchise centered around a highly skilled assassin named Hugh, set in a dark, neo-noir world populated by anthropomorphized cats. The story will explore themes of action and intrigue as Hugh maneuvers through various criminal organizations and power dynamics.

Stray, developed by BlueTwelve Studio, made a significant impact on the gaming world due to its heartfelt storytelling and artful presentation. Players embody a stray cat navigating a dystopian city inhabited by robots, blending exploration with platforming and puzzle-solving elements. Cat Assassin aims to capture a similar innovative spirit while expanding into new mediums.



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