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Games Inbox: Will there ever be a Last Of Us Part 3?
Readers discuss the inevitability of The Last of Us Part 3, considering the franchise's brand power and Sony's likely desire for more sequels. Other topics include hopes for a Zelda movie, the appeal of quirky Japanese game company decisions, and debates on optimal performance modes for current-generation consoles.
Shuhei Yoshida Reveals He Was "Fired" From His Head Role of PlayStation First Party Studios By Jim
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed that he was removed from his role as head of PlayStation's first-party studios by Jim Ryan in 2019. Yoshida stated he was "fired" because he did not agree with Ryan's "ridiculous" requests. Following this, he led PlayStation's indie games initiative for five years before departing Sony and starting his own consulting firm.
Shuhei Yoshida Reveals He Was "Fired" From His Head Role of PlayStation First Party Studios By Jim
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed that he was removed from his role as president of Worldwide Studios by Jim Ryan in 2019. Yoshida stated he was "fired" because he did not agree with some of Ryan's requests. Following this, Yoshida transitioned to lead PlayStation's indie games initiative before departing Sony in late 2024 to manage his own consulting firm.
"After 11 years leading the first-party development," PlayStation veteran Shuhei Yoshida says he was "fired" from the role for not listening to ex-Sony boss Jim Ryan
Former PlayStation Studios head Shuhei Yoshida stated he was "fired" from his role by ex-Sony boss Jim Ryan for not adhering to his requests. Yoshida, who led first-party development for 11 years, claims Ryan removed him from the position because he wouldn't comply with "ridiculous things." Despite this, Yoshida's subsequent role focused on supporting indie development, a passion he openly shares.
'I Didn't Listen to Him': Ex PlayStation Boss Shu Yoshida on Why Jim Ryan 'Fired' Him
Former PlayStation lead Shuhei Yoshida revealed that Jim Ryan removed him from his role as President of SIE Worldwide Studios because he refused to follow "ridiculous" requests. Yoshida stated he was given the choice to either take on a new role leading an indie initiative or leave the company, and he ultimately embraced the indie focus.
Shuhei Yoshida Says Former SIE CEO Wanted to Remove Him From First-Party Development
Shuhei Yoshida revealed in an interview that former Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan removed him from his first-party development role in 2019 because Yoshida refused to follow Ryan's "ridiculous" requests. Yoshida, who had led first-party development for 11 years and worked on titles like Ghost of Tsushima, was then moved to support indie game development. He stated that this transition was more significant to him personally than leaving the company later to work freelance, where he now has the freedom to discuss other platforms like Nintendo and Xbox.
The Call of Duty movie gets a release date, but can it continue the trend of popular video game adaptations?
A Call of Duty movie, written by Taylor Sheridan and directed by Pete Berg, is scheduled for release on June 30, 2028. Activision producer Rob Kostich expressed a commitment to authenticity and epic scope for the film. This adaptation joins a growing trend of successful video game movies and TV shows, including The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Fallout, and The Last of Us.
Animated Bloodborne Movie Will Be Rated R
PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and producer Sean McLoughlin are developing an R-rated animated movie based on the game Bloodborne. The announcement was made at CinemaCon 2026, with no release window provided. This project follows other Bloodborne adaptations like a graphic novel and comes from a studio with limited prior animation credits.
Former Naughty Dog Dev Recalls Crunch Culture for Games Like The Last of Us and Uncharted
Former Naughty Dog designer Benson Russell shared insights into the studio's past crunch culture, suggesting it was perceived as necessary for developing games like The Last of Us and Uncharted. Russell's comments highlight the intense work environments that have historically been part of AAA game development.
Naughty Dog Embraced Crunch Culture After The Last of Us, as It's 'What It Takes to Make Games at Our Level'
Former Naughty Dog employee Benson Russell stated that the studio embraced crunch culture after The Last of Us, viewing it as necessary for developing games at their level. He explained that while not legally mandated, crunch is incentivized through bonuses, and employees are implicitly expected to participate or seek employment elsewhere. The studio reportedly treats internal deadlines as external ones, contributing to the demanding work environment.
Former Naughty Dog Developer Says Studio Learned From The Last of Us That “Crunch is a Requirement”
Former Naughty Dog senior game designer Benson Russell stated that the studio learned from developing The Last of Us that crunch is a requirement for making games at their level. Russell explained that internal deadlines are treated as external, and employees are incentivized to work overtime, with bonuses offered for larger contributions. Reports from 2020 and earlier also highlighted Naughty Dog's culture of unhealthy working hours, with developers expressing concerns about the sustainability of such practices.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Rockets Past Sonic 2 And Uncharted On The All-Time Video Game Movie Charts
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has surpassed $414 million globally, making it the seventh highest-grossing video game movie of all time, ahead of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Uncharted. It is expected to climb further, with potential to overtake Rampage and Warcraft soon. The film is still awaiting its release in Japan on April 24 to coincide with the Golden Week holiday.
Games Inbox: What is the best PS5 game?
Readers discuss their favorite PlayStation 5 games, with Elden Ring being a popular choice. The discussion also touches on the potential for Star Fox and Ecco the Dolphin remasters, concerns about developer survival, and the future of live service games.
Rumour: Naughty Dog 'Floated' the Idea of Uncharted 5 Before COVID
According to insider Tom Henderson, Naughty Dog has considered developing Uncharted 5 multiple times, including before the COVID-19 pandemic. While the studio's current focus is on a new IP, a return to the Uncharted series remains a possibility given its commercial success for Sony.
Uncharted 5 Underwent "Some Planning" Years Ago, Report Says
According to reporter Tom Henderson, Naughty Dog conducted some planning for an Uncharted 5 prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. While Uncharted 4 concluded Nathan Drake's story, the epilogue hinted at a potential future installment possibly starring his daughter, Cassie. Naughty Dog has stated that if a new Uncharted game were to be made, they would assist an outside studio to ensure the series' essence is maintained.
Fake Uncharted and Jesus Simulator removed from PS5 store in shovelware purge
Sony has begun a purge of the PlayStation Store to remove shovelware and AI-generated games, with titles like 'Jesus Simulator' and a game previously featuring 'Uncharted' assets being removed. Despite these efforts, the article questions the effectiveness of Sony's content moderation and the continued presence of low-quality titles on the platform.
Games Inbox: Has the new Mass Effect been cancelled?
Reader mail discusses the lack of news regarding a new Mass Effect game, with one reader suspecting it may be cancelled despite EA's assurances. Other topics include potential remakes of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, the viability of a new Uncharted game, and the pricing of the PlayStation 5 Pro. There's also discussion on the success of Nintendo's Super Mario Galaxy movie and its potential impact on future game and film adaptations.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Is No. 9 Highest-Grossing Video Game Movie Of All Time After Just 5 Days
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has become the ninth highest-grossing video game movie of all time after only five days, earning $372.5 million worldwide. This article ranks the top 16 highest-grossing video game films, including titles like A Minecraft Movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and Pokemon Detective Pikachu, based on domestic, international, and worldwide box office figures.
Uncharted Dev Hints At A Potential New Title
Speculation about a new Uncharted title is mounting following a social media post by Uncharted: The Lost Legacy director Shaun Escayg. Naughty Dog president Neil Druckmann also hinted at a new project, potentially not related to The Last of Us. Separately, Vinit Agarwal revealed that the 80% complete multiplayer game The Last of Us Online was canceled just before its public announcement.
Uncharted Fans Think a Social Post Is Evidence of New PS5 Entry
Fans are speculating about a new Uncharted game after a Naughty Dog developer posted an image of a fort pointing out to sea on Instagram. While the image has been linked to Fort George in Trinidad & Tobago, it is unlikely to be a direct tease for a new entry, especially with Naughty Dog's next project, Intergalactic, not expected until 2027.
