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With PC Ports Scrapped, Sony Brings Back 'Only on PS5' Disclaimer
Sony has reinstated the 'Only on PS5' disclaimer, notably for Ghost of Yotei, amidst reports of cancelled first-party PC ports. This move, confirmed by Jason Schreier, suggests a potential shift away from PC releases for some of their titles, despite the PS5 monitor's compatibility with PCs.
Inspired by Silksong, Mina the Hollower dev says its $20 price was an easy decision
Yacht Club Games has priced its new action-platformer, Mina the Hollower, at $20, a decision influenced by the success of Hollow Knight Silksong at the same price point. Studio co-founder Sean Velasco stated the team unanimously agreed on the price to ensure accessibility for players. The game is available on PC via Steam and GOG.
'Absurd': Social Media Misquotes Journalist, Erroneously Claims Sony Is Angry at Naughty Dog
Social media platforms are spreading misinformation, falsely claiming Sony is angry with developer Naughty Dog. This stems from a misinterpretation of comments made by journalist Jason Schreier regarding game development costs and the decision not to greenlight Destiny 3. Schreier clarified that his remarks were taken out of context and that Sony's concerns about development budgets are standard industry practice.
Forza Horizon 6 speeds into Steam's top 5 most played games with over 300k concurrent players
Forza Horizon 6 has achieved over 300,000 concurrent players on Steam, placing it among the top 5 most played games. Despite being described as "more of the same," the open-world racing series' success is attributed to its approachable simcade formula and recent content additions. Developer Playground Games is addressing initial issues like drivatar AI difficulty and crash bugs.
Fans Are Petitioning Sony To Greenlight Destiny 3
Fans have started a petition urging Sony to fund the development of Destiny 3, following Bungie's announcement that active development on Destiny 2 is ending. Bungie cited high costs as the reason for not pursuing Destiny 3, and reports suggest the studio may face layoffs. The petition highlights the franchise's popularity and community impact, with over 137,000 signatures.
Bungie Didn’t Start Working On Destiny 3 Because Of “how much money it would take”
Bungie has not begun development on Destiny 3 due to the significant financial investment required, according to reports by Jason Schreier. Despite Destiny 3's potential profitability, the company is focusing on its upcoming game Marathon to cover costs, with no other projects currently greenlit. This situation also raises concerns about potential layoffs at the studio.
Destiny 2 was never going to last forever, but that's what made it special
Destiny 2's final content update, Moment of Triumph, launches June 9, marking the end of its live-service era. While the game will remain playable, Bungie is shifting focus to new projects like Marathon, potentially leading to layoffs. The article reflects on the unique value of live-service games and the memories they create, drawing parallels to Destiny's predecessor and contrasting Bungie's approach with Square Enix's handling of Final Fantasy 14.
New PS5 Exclusive Game Leak Is Already Causing Concern
A new PlayStation 5 exclusive game, potentially titled 'Break In,' has been leaked, sparking concern among players. This title is rumored to be a rebrand of the troubled multiplayer heist game 'Fairgames,' which is in development at Sony's Haven Studios. Concerns are amplified by Sony's recent struggles with live service games, with 'Helldivers 2' being a notable exception.
Report Claims “Significant” Layoffs Are Incoming For Bungie As Destiny 2 Ends
Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs following the end of new content development for Destiny 2. Despite speculation, there are no immediate plans for Destiny 3, with the studio focusing on its extraction shooter Marathon. Sony, which acquired Bungie for $3.6 billion, has written down $769 million of the studio's value amid these changes.
Report: Bungie planning "significant" layoffs as Destiny 2 development ends
Sony-owned developer Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs as it ends development on the live-service shooter Destiny 2. The studio has no immediate plans for Destiny 3, and other internal pitches have not been greenlit. This follows underperformance of recent titles and a shift in Sony's strategy away from live-service games.
Report: Major layoffs to hit Bungie and Destiny 3 is not in development
Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs following the end of active development on Destiny 2 and the cancellation of Destiny 3. Sony, which acquired Bungie for $3.6 billion, has written down the studio's value by $765 million. While the new game Marathon has a following, it has not met sales expectations, leading to a shift in focus for some staff.
Bungie reportedly planning layoffs as Destiny 2 announces end of development
Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs following the announcement that active development for its live-service shooter Destiny 2 will conclude with the upcoming 'Moment of Triumph' update. While the game will remain playable, the studio does not have a Destiny 3 project lined up, potentially impacting many developers not assigned to the new Marathon title. This news follows Sony's acquisition of Bungie in 2022 and recent industry-wide job losses.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Pre-Orders on Best Buy This Week Are Just Rumors, Says Take-Two CEO
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has debunked rumors that Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders would be available this week through Best Buy, stating the game remains on track for its November 19th release. Zelnick confirmed that the full marketing push will begin in the summer and reiterated that consoles are the primary focus for the initial release, with no current plans for a digital-only or delayed PC version.
Sony Reportedly Making Single Player Games Exclusive To PlayStation Again
Sony is reportedly shifting back to making its prestige single-player narrative games exclusive to PlayStation consoles, reversing a trend that saw titles like Horizon Zero Dawn and God of War ported to PC. This change, according to a report citing PlayStation studio business CEO Hermen Hulst, will not affect multiplayer-first games like Marathon. While some externally developed titles may still see PC releases, the move comes amid a changing console market and potential diminishing returns on PC ports.
Sony Is Looking To Keep More Single-Player Games On PlayStation & Faces Hacking Concerns
Sony is reportedly shifting its strategy to keep more single-player games exclusive to the PlayStation 5, reversing a trend of multi-platform releases for titles like Ghost of Yotei and the upcoming Saros. This move aims to strengthen the PlayStation brand and console sales, though it coincides with recent hacking concerns where user accounts are being compromised through social engineering tactics targeting PSN IDs and old transaction data.
PC gamers, say goodbye to PlayStation exclusives as Sony confirms single-player games aren't coming to PC…
Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed that single-player PlayStation 5 exclusives will no longer be ported to PC, according to PlayStation boss Hermen Hulst. This marks a significant shift from the previous strategy of releasing console exclusives on PC a year or so after their initial launch. The company believes these PC ports risk damaging the PlayStation brand and sales of the PlayStation 5.
PS5 boss admits that single-player exclusives will no longer be ported to PC
Sony's PlayStation Studios head Hermen Hulst has confirmed that single-player PlayStation 5 exclusives will no longer be ported to PC. This policy change means upcoming titles like Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yōtei will remain console-exclusive. While multiplayer and live-service games will still receive PC releases, the move is seen as a strategy to drive PlayStation 5 console sales.
Nintendo has just announced Wario Ware-like game Pictonico! for mobile phones, and it looks absolutely bonkers
Nintendo has announced Pictonico!, a new mobile game developed with Intelligent Systems that is heavily inspired by Wario Ware. The free-to-start title will feature photo-based minigames and will be released on iOS and Android on May 28th, with additional game volumes available for purchase. Separately, reports indicate Sony is ending its practice of releasing PlayStation single-player narrative games on PC, with titles like Marvel's Wolverine expected to remain exclusive to the PlayStation 5.
Sony reportedly confirms it's ditching PC versions of its single-player PS5 games
Sony is reportedly ending its practice of bringing single-player PlayStation 5 games to PC, according to PlayStation Studios boss Hermen Hulst. This strategic shift aims to bolster console exclusivity and brand identity, with titles like Marvel's Wolverine and Intergalactic: The Heretic Project expected to remain console-only. Multiplayer games are not affected by this change.
Sony’s single player games will no longer be releasing on PC
Sony's PlayStation Studios will no longer release single-player games on PC, with titles like Saros remaining PlayStation exclusive, according to a report citing Hermen Hulst. Multiplayer games will continue to have broader releases. This policy shift, potentially influenced by PC sales performance and a resurgence of console exclusivity driven by component shortages, signals a return to traditional console wars.
