Hey, Daily Quest readers.
In a gaming world dominated by sequels, remakes, reboots, and “remember this?” nostalgia drops, Ben Starr just said what a lot of players have been thinking: we need more new IPs. The Final Fantasy 16 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 star recently made it clear that while he loves classic series like Legacy of Kain, he doesn’t want the industry to stay stuck endlessly looking backward. And honestly? He’s got a point. With so many big-budget games playing it safe, fresh ideas feel more important than ever. Here’s why Starr’s comments hit so hard — and why original games in 2026 might be the real thing worth getting hyped for.
Ben Starr Wants Games To Stop Living In The Past
Speaking during a panel at Emerald City Comic-Con 2026, Starr said he would absolutely love to be part of Legacy of Kain one day. But he also made it clear that this isn’t where the industry should keep focusing all its energy.
His big message was simple: original IP should be king.
That’s a bold statement, but it lands even harder coming from someone involved in a major new title like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Why His Take Feels So Refreshing
Starr isn’t saying old franchises are bad. In fact, he even praised Resident Evil for being on an “insanely good” run. But his point is that gaming should be creating the next big thing, not only reviving the old thing.
Why original IP matters so much:
- It gives players new worlds and characters to obsess over
- It pushes creativity instead of recycling familiar ideas
- It helps the industry grow instead of just replaying its greatest hits
As gamers, we love the comfort of a familiar series. But some of the most exciting releases happen when developers take a risk.
The AAA Problem
The hard truth? A lot of the biggest games in 2026 are still built on existing brands. Between GTA 6, remakes, and major superhero adaptations, it’s often indie studios carrying the fresh-idea energy.
That’s exactly why voices like Ben Starr’s matter.
What do you think? Should the industry focus more on original IP, or are remakes and sequels still king? Drop your thoughts below — and follow @TheDailyQuest0 for more daily gaming quests!
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