Is Respawn Entertainment working on Titanfall 3?

One might wonder about the sudden attention Titanfall 2 is receiving. Just like in seldom-updated online games such as Team Fortress 2 and even DOTA 2, fans are humorously telling tales about the lone "janitor" over at Respawn Entertainment finally having time to work on the game.

In all seriousness, the surprise patch not only resolved network issues but also introduced new content, most notably a game mode named Attack on Titanfall, which surged the game's player count on Steam.

Then there's the mystery of the cryptic teaser found in both Titanfall 2 and a recent Apex Legends update. This teaser reads: "Incoming Transmission… Subject: Nessie… 1394521200, 1477638000, 1549267200."

For the uninitiated, these numbers might seem random. However, upon further investigation, they turn out to be Unix timestamps representing the release dates of Titanfall, Titanfall 2, and Apex Legends.

This enigmatic hint has fueled rampant speculation. While Titanfall 3 has been a dream for many fans, the project's past trajectory indicates ambiguity. It's known that Respawn had initially been developing Titanfall 3 and there are people in the company that want to make it happen. Still, with the surging popularity of battle royale games, the project morphed into what we now recognize as Apex Legends.

With Respawn Entertainment now a prominent name in the gaming industry, they might just have the clout to reignite the Titanfall franchise. Especially given the challenges faced by other FPS games like Battlefield, Respawn's reputation for delivering quality could become the focal point for EA to reinvest in Titanfall.

While the fate of Titanfall 3 remains uncertain, the community's hopes have been rejuvenated. Titanfall 2's resurgence, with its unique gameplay experience, underscores its enduring appeal. Whether it heralds the introduction of a sequel, an event in Apex Legends, or just a revival of a beloved title, it's a call for fans to strap in and enjoy the ride once again.