Dave Bautista enters Neo-Noir World With “Cat Assassin” Franchise

Updated June 15, 2025
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Dave Bautista and ⁢his Dogbone Entertainment are partnering with Titan1Studios‍ to⁢ develop Steve Lerner’s Cat Assassin into a multimedia franchise. The Cat Assassin franchise will span animated series, video games, and publishing ventures.

Lerner, known for writing the acclaimed game⁤ Stray, is the creative⁤ force behind the Cat assassin concept.Bautista, leveraging his success in films such as Guardians of‍ the Galaxy and Dune, will provide creative⁢ input on the project.

the cat Assassin story plunges into a neo-noir setting populated by anthropomorphic⁢ cats.⁢ The central ⁢character, Hugh, is a skilled assassin navigating a city rife⁣ with cartels and power struggles. The franchise promises ⁣a blend of humor, action, and stealth gameplay.

“It’s⁣ been a pleasure⁤ collaborating with Titan1Studios on cat Assassin,”⁣ Bautista saeid ⁣in a statement. “Their ability to build⁣ worlds through animation has⁤ been so extraordinary and⁤ they’ve created a truly unique world in this game that I can’t wait to share with players.”

Titan1Studios is‍ developing a stealth action game ⁤inspired ⁤by ‍titles ⁤like Assassin’s ⁤Creed, Splinter Cell, Stray, and Sifu.⁣ The game aims to establish the foundation for the broader⁣ Cat Assassin universe.

What’s next

The Cat Assassin ‍ franchise is⁣ poised to expand across multiple platforms, offering fans a⁣ rich and immersive experience in its unique neo-noir world. ⁢The stealth action game is expected to be the first major release, setting the stage for future animated series and publishing ⁤projects.