2K renames studio led by Sledgehammer co-founder to 31st Union Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. 2K renames studio led by Sledgehammer co-founder to 31st Union It's working on an "ambitious" new IP. News by Emma Kent Contributor Updated on 11 Feb 2020 12 comments A year after it was first announced, 2K's Silicon Valley studio now has a name - and it's 31st Union. Led by Sledgehammer co-founder and ex-Visceral director Michael Condrey (known for his work on the Call of Duty series and Dead Space), the studio is currently working on an "ambitious and inspired" new IP. As of yet there's no specifics on what this could be, but given Condrey's shooter credentials and 2K's plans to expand the studio internationally - starting with an office in Spain - it's clearly one to keep an eye on. "31st Union is off to an incredible start with a passionate and talented team, an intentioned culture that champions inclusivity and greater representation, and an ambitious and inspired new IP that we're extremely excited about," said Condrey in a press release. "We believe diverse perspectives and experiences are crucial to creating a truly global entertainment experience with a deep connection to passionate fans." Here's the shiny new logo. As explained by GamesIndustry.biz, 2K works a little differently to comparable giants like EA and Activision, operating under an independent studio model where teams are given more autonomy to pursue their creative vision. Let's hope that works out for this title - whatever it may be. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 11 Latest Articles Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store