In a surprising turn of events, EA has announced that there are no immediate plans for a remake of Dead Space 2, contrary to earlier speculations. The revelation comes after the success of last year's well-received Dead Space remake, leaving fans disappointed and questioning the studio's intentions.

According to reports, the team at developer Motive, who led the resurrection of the original Dead Space game, has now shifted their focus to the popular Battlefield series. This news has dashed hopes of a Dead Space 2 remake, even though it was previously believed to be in the works.

The cancellation of the Dead Space 2 remake appears to be driven by the underwhelming sales performance of the first remake. Journalist Jeff Grubb announced on Game Mess Mornings that the project had been put on hold due to lackluster sales figures. However, EA has denied Grubb's claims, stating that there is no validity to the story.

While EA has neither confirmed nor denied the existence of a Dead Space 2 remake, Grubb insists that the project was indeed being planned. In a tweet, he mentioned that the game even had a code name before it was ultimately shelved.

In response to the speculation, EA spokespersons have reiterated that the company does not usually comment on rumors. However, they firmly maintain that there are no current plans for a Dead Space 2 remake.

With conflicting reports and denials from both sides, the truth behind the Dead Space 2 remake remains uncertain. Although it is unclear whether EA had considered the possibility of a remake if the first one performed well, it is evident that the studio's focus has now shifted elsewhere.

It is worth noting that the Dead Space remake received high praise from fans and critics alike, with many considering it a new benchmark for remakes and even ranking it among the best games of all time. However, subsequent EA earnings calls have neglected to mention any plans for a Dead Space 2 remake.

The Dead Space remake has garnered significant attention on the Steam platform, accumulating over 33,000 user reviews and earning a "very positive" rating. Additionally, the game is available on various platforms, including the Epic Games Store, EA App, Xbox, and PlayStation consoles.

Only time will tell if EA will revisit the iconic Dead Space franchise and give fans the long-awaited remake of Dead Space 2. For now, players will have to wait patiently to see if Motive's developers will return to Isaac Clarke's haunting adventures after their Battlefield project concludes.