Absurd Ventures, Founded by Former GTA Director Dan Houser, Set to Launch Two Multimedia Projects in 2024

Absurd Ventures, the multimedia studio created by ex-GTA executive Dan Houser, has unveiled two fresh intellectual properties. One is American Caper, a family-focused crime drama, while the other is A Better Paradise, a thriller set in the not-so-distant future.

American Caper follows the lives of two typical American families in a world filled with crime and deceit, drawing more parallels to the Coen Brothers than The Godfather. The story will make its debut as a graphic novel, featuring artwork from the renowned artist Simon Bisley, known for his work on Lobo and ABC Warriors.

There is limited information available about A Better Paradise. The IP is described as an "existential suspense thriller" set in the near future, suggesting that it may incorporate elements of horror, science fiction, or a combination of both. A Better Paradise is slated to premiere as a 12-episode audio series, which will be co-produced by Q-CODE media.

Absurd Ventures was established in 2021, a year after Houser's departure from Rockstar. In June of the same year, further details about the studio surfaced, revealing its intentions to create content across various mediums. While both IPs may eventually expand into video games, Absurd Ventures was always envisioned as a creator of multimedia projects with a broad scope, including animation, video games, graphic novels, and audio fiction.

Houser expressed excitement in a press release about the introduction of two new universes, along with their characters and lore. He emphasized that these releases showcase their storytelling and media approach, and they are just the starting point for introducing the universes, with more iterations and expansions in the works.

Editor's P/S

As a passionate fan, I am incredibly excited about the launch of Absurd Ventures and the unveiling of their two new multimedia projects. Dan Houser's departure from Rockstar left many fans wondering what he would do next, and it's clear that he has been busy creating new and innovative ways to tell stories.

The American Caper, a crime drama comic book, and A Better Paradise, a suspense thriller podcast, both sound like they have the potential to be incredibly engaging and entertaining. I'm particularly intrigued by A Better Paradise, which is described as an "existential suspense thriller" set in the near future. The combination of horror and science fiction elements has the potential to create a truly unique and thought-provoking experience.