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Sakumon Is a Multiplayer, Companion Collectible Title that Brings Toys to Life
Sakumon, a multiplayer collectible game that brings physical toys to life via NFC technology, has launched in Early Access on Android. Developed by Saku Monsters, the game allows players to scan real-life figures to have them appear as digital companions for collecting, battling, and exploring a social hub island. This marks a return for the toys-to-life genre, with the developers seeking player feedback during the soft launch phase.
"Going independent meant taking a massive, massive risk": How Toys for Bob split off from Activision and Xbox…
Toys for Bob has successfully spun off from Activision and Xbox to regain its independence, a move described as a massive risk. The studio is now developing a new Spyro game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, set to release in 2027. This independence allows Toys for Bob to return to making games they are passionate about, leveraging their expertise from the Spyro and Crash Bandicoot franchises.
After a stint on Warzone, Toys for Bob is thrilled to be back on Spyro – "We were moving away from the types of games that are near and dear to our hearts"
Toys for Bob, known for the Spyro Reignited Trilogy and Crash Bandicoot 4, has spun off from Activision to regain creative control and focus on joyful, all-ages games. The studio announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, its first independent title, which will be released in spring 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. This move signifies a return to their core passion after supporting titles like Call of Duty: Warzone.
