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Sony Reportedly Targets MachineGames as Xbox Reshapes Studio Strategy
gaming2 months ago

Sony Reportedly Targets MachineGames as Xbox Reshapes Studio Strategy

Rumors claim PlayStation is eyeing MachineGames for acquisition amid Xbox’s planned studio reset that could include closures and downsizing. An industry insider suggested Sony’s Herman Hulst would lead any potential deal, but there’s no confirmation and Xbox’s willingness to sell is uncertain in a tough market. MachineGames, known for the Wolfenstein series and Indiana Jones, would bring a single‑player shooter portfolio to PlayStation, though IP transfer and strategic timing remain unclear.

Sony Shuts Bluepoint Amid Mounting Costs and Shifting Player Habits
business6 months ago

Sony Shuts Bluepoint Amid Mounting Costs and Shifting Player Habits

Sony’s Herman Hulst says rising development costs, slower industry growth, changing player behavior, and broader economic headwinds led to Bluepoint Games’ closure, with the studio set to shut down in March. Sony will try to reassign some laid-off staff within its studio network, while noting Bluepoint’s past work on the Demon's Souls remake and other successful PlayStation projects.