A rumor circulating online suggests Rockstar Games is developing a sequel to the detective title L.A. Noire. This potential project would arrive well after the studio releases Grand Theft Auto VI. Buyers waiting for a return to the noir genre should treat these details as unconfirmed speculation.
Unconfirmed report points to San Francisco setting and Zodiac killer plot
The alleged sequel reportedly shifts the setting from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The rumored shift to San Francisco would represent a notable change from the original game's Los Angeles setting. The narrative is said to incorporate the real-world mystery of the Zodiac serial killer.
Technical reports indicate the studio plans to upgrade its facial scanning and character animation systems. The alleged technical enhancements are expected to utilize modern hardware capabilities that have become available since the original game's launch. According to the unconfirmed report, the project is allegedly planned for around 2030, suggesting it is in early development.
The rumored release window places the game around the year 2030. The rumored 2030 release date would follow the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI, aligning with the publisher's typical development schedule for major open-world titles. No official pricing or platform availability has been confirmed by Rockstar Games.
This report originates from an unconfirmed insider on GTAForums. Rockstar Games has not issued any official statement regarding this sequel. Details regarding the sequel remain unconfirmed, and readers should await a formal announcement from Rockstar Games for verification.
Source: IXBT
