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A former developer from the canceled Perfect Dark reboot is reportedly now working on Blizzard Entertainment’s long-rumored StarCraft shooter, adding further momentum to speculation that the project is actively in development.
According to recent reporting from industry journalist Jez Corden, veteran game developer Drew Murray has joined Blizzard Entertainment and may be contributing to the unannounced shooter set in the StarCraft universe. While not officially confirmed, the move is supported by Murray’s LinkedIn profile, which lists him as an Associate Design Director at the company as of January 2026.
StarCraft Shooter Rumors Continue to Gain Traction
The existence of a new StarCraft shooter has circulated in various forms for years, with Blizzard Entertainment previously canceling at least two attempts throughout the 2010s. However, renewed reports suggest that a fresh iteration may now be progressing beyond early conceptual stages.
Earlier industry claims, including reporting from Bloomberg journalist Jason Schreier in his book Play Nice, indicated that Blizzard Entertainment had once again revisited the idea of a StarCraft shooter project. The current version is reportedly being led by Ubisoft veteran Dan Hay, known for his work on multiple entries in the Far Cry series.
If accurate, these developments suggest that Blizzard Entertainment is still actively exploring how to bring the StarCraft franchise back into the shooter genre after years of internal experimentation and canceled prototypes.
Drew Murray’s Industry Background and Experience
Drew Murray brings extensive experience in AAA development. Prior to joining Blizzard Entertainment, he spent over a decade at Insomniac Games, working across multiple high-profile projects.
His recent credits include serving as Design Director on Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 and contributing to Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. Earlier in his career, Murray also held leadership and design roles on titles such as Sunset Overdrive, Resistance 3, and multiple entries in the Ratchet & Clank and Resistance franchises.
Murray also co-founded The Initiative, the Xbox studio established to develop the now-canceled Perfect Dark reboot. He directed the project before departing in 2021 and later returning to Insomniac Games. The Initiative itself was eventually shut down in 2025 after years of development challenges and the cancellation of its sole project.
His reported move to Blizzard Entertainment in early 2026 has therefore drawn attention due to his experience with both shooter design and large-scale AAA production.
StarCraft Shooter Development Still Unconfirmed
Despite growing speculation, Blizzard Entertainment has not officially announced a new StarCraft shooter project. However, multiple industry reports suggest that the concept is being actively pitched and developed internally, with external talent potentially being brought in to support its production.
The rumored project has also been linked to a possible reveal window during BlizzCon 2026, scheduled for September 12–13. If accurate, this would mark the first official unveiling of a new StarCraft shooter in over a decade.
Blizzard’s Long History With Cancelled StarCraft Shooters
Blizzard Entertainment has previously attempted to expand the StarCraft franchise into the shooter space on multiple occasions, but those projects were ultimately canceled before release. These repeated attempts have fueled long-standing curiosity within the gaming community about whether a successful adaptation could eventually materialize.
With renewed industry chatter, high-profile developer involvement, and ongoing leadership under experienced producers, speculation is now higher than it has been in years.
What Comes Next for StarCraft
For now, the StarCraft shooter remains unannounced and unconfirmed. However, continued hiring activity and industry reporting suggest that Blizzard Entertainment may be laying groundwork for a new direction for the franchise.
If the project does move forward, it would represent a significant shift for the series, potentially bringing StarCraft back into the spotlight in a new genre after years of RTS-focused entries.
