Third-Party Publishing
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'PS5 Is Just a Plastic Box if It Doesn't Have Content': Sony Explains Its 'Third-Party Focused' Ecosystem
Sony executive Christian Svensson emphasizes that the PlayStation 5 is primarily a "third-party focused" platform, stating that content is king and third-party games are the lion's share. He explains that while first-party titles set the bar, Sony has a responsibility to foster growth across the entire industry by supporting new voices and ambitious projects. Svensson also teased upcoming programs designed to benefit third-party developers.
Invincible VS Developer Skybound Exits Third-Party Publishing
Skybound Games, publisher of titles like Before Your Eyes and Goodnight Universe, is exiting the third-party publishing market to focus on its own intellectual properties, including Invincible VS. The company learned from its indie publishing experiences but will now invest its resources into its own IPs, such as Invincible VS and The Walking Dead, which it believes have long-term potential. Invincible VS is set to launch for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Jackbox Games jumps feet-first into third-party publishing biz
Jackbox Games has launched a new third-party publishing division, with Toot Games' "My Arms Are Longer Now" being the first title. This move aims to bring "unapologetically weird" single-player experiences in the Jackbox tone to market. The company is actively seeking developers, offering support in funding, production, marketing, and long-term lifecycle planning.
