Is there going to be another Deus Ex?
Yes, there are plans for a new Deus Ex game, with Eidos Montreal, the studio behind recent Thief and Deus Ex games, confirming that they are now the owner of the games they developed, including Deus Ex, and Embracer Group acquiring the Deus Ex franchise in 2022. The new game has been in development for around 3 years and is expected to be around 4 times bigger than Mankind Divided, with a recent leak suggesting that it will be released on new consoles.
Introduction to Deus Ex
Game Background
The Deus Ex series has a long and complex history, with the first game released in 2000, followed by Invisible War in 2003, Human Revolution in 2011, The Fall in 2013, Deus Ex Go in 2016, and Mankind Divided in 2016. The series is known for its cyberpunk theme, RPG elements, and player agency, allowing players to complete objectives in multiple ways.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- What is the latest Deus Ex game?: The latest Deus Ex game is Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, released in 2016.
- Who owns Deus Ex now?: Embracer Group acquired the Deus Ex franchise in 2022, with Eidos Montreal confirming that they are now the owner of the games they developed, including Deus Ex.
- Is Deus Ex Go still working?: Deus Ex Go is still playable, despite being shut down on January 4th, 2023.
Game Development
- Is Deus Ex 5 confirmed?: Yes, there are plans for a new Deus Ex game, with the game being in development for around 3 years.
- What happened to Deus Ex 3?: Deus Ex 3 was a cancelled third main title of the Deus Ex series developed at Ion Storm from 2004 to 2005.
- Is Deus Ex like BioShock?: Deus Ex and BioShock share similarities, but Deus Ex is more open to different playstyles.
Game Mechanics
- Do choices matter in Deus Ex?: Yes, choices matter in Deus Ex, especially in social battles, where convincing non-playable characters to do what you want is crucial.
- Does killing affect the ending in Deus Ex?: No, killing does not affect the ending in Deus Ex, as the outcome of the game is determined by the player’s choices at the end.
- Can you save Nina Sullivan in Deus Ex?: Yes, the player can save Nina Sullivan in Deus Ex by succeeding in saving the prisoners.
Comparison to Other Games
- Is Deus Ex better than Cyberpunk 2077?: Deus Ex is still considered better than Cyberpunk 2077 for its player agency and cyberpunk story.
- Is Cyberpunk 2077 a copy of Deus Ex?: Cyberpunk 2077 has been accused of copying Deus Ex, particularly in its intro scene.
- Is Deus Ex inspired by Blade Runner?: Yes, Deus Ex was inspired by Blade Runner, especially in its cyberpunk theme and human augmentation.
Game Accessibility
- How many hours is Deus Ex?: Deus Ex is approximately 23 hours long when focusing on the main objectives, and 39 hours long to obtain 100% completion.
- Does Deus Ex have DLC?: Yes, Deus Ex has a Season Pass that includes Narrative DLCs and in-game items.
- What is the difference between Deus Ex and Deus Ex Revision?: Deus Ex Revision is a modified version of the original game, with changes to gameplay and level design, while Deus Ex is the vanilla version of the game.