Troy Baker over possible own game studio with advice from Abubakar Salim

Troy Baker, a well-known voice actor, has recently spoken about the possibility of starting his own game studio. With the release of Mouse: P.I. for Hire and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 port of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, he is back in the spotlight. In an interview, he discussed his interest in creating “the stories I want to tell.”

Call for caution

Abubakar Salim, known for his role in Assassin's Creed Origins, gave Baker a lighthearted warning with the words: “Don’t do it.” The comment, posted on X, appears to be both a humorous and concerned response to Baker’s thoughts about launching his own studio. Salim himself, who has previously said the game industry can be a tough place, put it this way: “It’s a brutal space right now.”

The challenges of game development

Salim, who also founded Surgent Studios, has already released two games with his team, including Tales of Kenzera: Zau and Dead Take. Despite those successes, he has spoken candidly about how difficult it is to make a game. The process is often demanding and can come with a lot of pressure and criticism from the community, which can be nerve-racking for developers.

Mixed opinions on social media

The discussion around Baker’s comments has produced mixed reactions. While Salim advised caution, another voice came from John “Bucky” Buckley, head of Publishing and Comms at Pocketpair. He encouraged Baker to go ahead with his plans. These differing views have sparked a lively exchange of ideas within the gaming community.

Future projects and possibilities

Troy Baker, who rose to fame through his roles in The Last of Us and other titles, remains active in the industry. His involvement in game development could pave the way for new creative projects. Salim, who also lends his voice to projects such as Dying Light: The Beast and the remaster of Final Fantasy Tactics, remains involved in various other media, including the popular series House of the Dragon.

Baker’s next steps will be worth watching closely, as he remains open to the possibilities the game industry has to offer. The mix of experiences and opinions from different actors shows that the path to game development is full of challenges, but also a lot of potential.