Sony has canceled a multiplayer God of War that was in development by Bluepoint Games, known for Demon's Souls and Shadow of the Colossus . The company also closed another similar project from Bend Studio, responsible for Days Gone . The other was in the hands of Bend Studio, creators of Days Gone . The decision comes amid a strategic review of the company following difficulties in the market.
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Concord's failure impacted Sony's decisions
Concord 's failure led Sony to change its stance. The game, released in August 2024 for PlayStation 5 and PC, received negative reception and did not meet commercial expectations. As a result, the company quickly closed the activities of the Firewalk studio, responsible for developing the title.
The lower-than-expected performance caused Sony to reevaluate its plan to release 12 multiplayer games by March 2026. With advice from Destiny 2 , many of these projects were postponed or canceled. Thus, the company seeks to avoid similar mistakes and focus its investments on experiences that are more aligned with the public.
Studios remain operational and work on new projects
Despite the cancellations, both Bluepoint Games and Bend Studio continue to operate and develop new titles. Although Sony did not reveal details, the company should align new projects with its strategy, focusing on more immersive and profitable experiences.
The revamp reflects a shift in the company's focus towards games as a service. Although this model has generated success in established franchises, the challenges faced recently show that the approach needs to be adjusted to remain competitive in the market.
Upcoming announcements could reveal new directions for Sony
Sony is expected to present new developments in its strategy at the State of Play in the first quarter of 2025. The event may provide more information about upcoming releases and reinforce the company's commitment to high-impact titles.
Among the games expected for the next few years are Death Stranding 2 , Ghost of Yötei , Marathon and Phantom Blade Zero . Furthermore, Insomniac Games continues to develop Marvel's Wolverine , and rumors indicate a possible game focused on the character Venom, with no official confirmation yet.
With the recent adjustments, Sony seeks to balance its line of releases, mixing traditional productions with innovations within the multiplayer market. Thus, the future of PlayStation promises new things, but the company seems more cautious when defining its next steps.
