Hollenshead's statement contradicts reports from various online publications that longtime id publisher Activision has been tapped to release Rage. When asked for further clarification, Hollenshead stated that the lack of an existing contract does not necessarily imply that Activision will not publish the game, merely that nothing has been determined.

Check back on Shacknews in the coming days for more from Hollenshead and id designer Tim Willits on Rage.