2K Taps Former Apex Legends Lead for Upcoming Shooter
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* Ben Brinkman is the new head of 31st Union: Take-Two interactive has appointed ben Brinkman, formerly of Apex Legends, to lead 31st Union adn oversee the development of Project Ethos.
* Turbulent history for 31st Union & Project Ethos: This appointment follows the firing of the previous studio head, Michael Condrey, after the initial reveal of Project Ethos didn’t resonate well with audiences. Prior to that,the studio underwent layoffs.
* Need for distinction: Internal testing (“playlists”) of Project Ethos revealed the game needs to be more unique. Brinkman was brought in specifically to address this.
* Start Date: Brinkman will officially start as studio head on October 20, 2025.
