Hitman studio to publish former Rockstar and GTA producer's mysterious blockbuster MindsEye

IO Interactive, the developer of Hitman, has announced it is taking on publishing duties for MindsEye, the big-budget action adventure in the works from former Rockstar exec Leslie Benzies.

The development of MindsEye, at Benzies’ own Build A Rocket Boy studio, has been shrouded in secrecy ever since it was announced as a component of Everywhere – the company’s attempt at a Fortnite or Roblox game creation platform.

Today’s announcement curiously makes no reference to Everywhere, other than a line at the very bottom of IO’s press release which states “MindsEye is an Everywhere world”, suggesting some connection between the two remains. Everywhere’s website suggests the platform remains beta. Eurogamer has contacted Build A Rocket Boy for an update.

For now, at least, it looks like MindsEye is being pushed centre stage. It is described by IO as a “highly anticipated cinematic AAA, story-driven action-adventure thriller” created by Benzies, who held a key role at GTA maker Rockstar before his fractious departure in 2016.

“From day one, Build A Rocket Boy Studios has been focused on creating the next generation of compelling gaming and quality entertainment experiences,” Benzies said in a statement today.

“We can’t wait to share our first AAA premium game and ever-evolving universe, MindsEye, with the world. There is no finer partner than IO Interactive to publish our first title, with their strong understanding of community culture, premium action-adventure games, and a best-in-class publishing team, we really look forward to partnering with them on our new blockbuster journey.”