New Look at GTA Lead Designer's Techno Spy Thriller, MindsEye

Leslie Benzies, the mastermind behind Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption, unveils his upcoming project, MindsEye, with a fresh look at the PlayStation State of Play.

The newly released trailer showcases MindsEye as a high-octane spy thriller, echoing familiar Grand Theft Auto elements: third-person shooting mechanics, stunning cinematic sequences, and intense drive-by shootouts. View the cinematic trailer below.

Official press materials reveal that MindsEye centers around Jacob Diaz, a character equipped with a neural implant – the MindsEye – which has fragmented his memories, leaving him with disjointed flashbacks from his military service. His mission? To uncover the truth about his past, a journey that pits him against an AI-powered military force.

MindsEye has been in development for several years. Following his departure from Rockstar Games, Benzies established Build a Rocket Boy, collaborating with IO Interactive (Hitman developers) on this AAA action-adventure title. MindsEye will also integrate with the Everywhere platform, previously described as a "high-budget Roblox" following a studio visit in 2024.

While the new trailer omits mention of Everywhere, MindsEye itself promises an exhilarating action experience from a leading figure in the gaming industry. The game is slated for release sometime in Summer 2025.

For a comprehensive overview of today's announcements, explore the full State of Play recap here.