PlayStation Studios: What the Bloody Hell Are They Up To? (Summer 2025 Edition)
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
IGN South Africa peeked behind the curtain at PlayStation Studios, revealing a mix of exciting projects, potential delays, and studio shake-ups, leaving us wondering what bangers will actually grace our PS5s soon. From space operas to samurai showdowns, it's a mixed bag of potential hits and hopeful promises.
Right, so it's mid-2025, and the gaming world's got its magnifying glass out, squinting at PlayStation Studios. Where's the next big banger? What cosmic secrets are they brewing in their digital cauldrons? IGN South Africa's got the lowdown, and fair dinkum, some studios are busier than a one-armed bricklayer in Baghdad, while others... well, let's just say they're taking their sweet time.
**Naughty Dog:** These legends, fresh from making us weep into our controllers with *The Last of Us* (and leaving its TV fate in capable hands), are knee-deep in *Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet*. Think retro-80s space opera with a bounty hunter, lightsaber-ish combat (ooh, spicy!), and music by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. Yes, *that* Trent Reznor. Sounds promising, eh? But hold your horses, 'cause gameplay footage is scarcer than hen's teeth. Rumours also whisper of *another* unannounced project. *The Last of Us Part 3*, perhaps? Or maybe something completely off the wall. Intriguing, isn't it?
**Santa Monica Studio:** *God of War Ragnarok* was a smash, and the *Valhalla* DLC was a delightful freebie. But what's next for Kratos and co.? Cory Barlog's off helming a new project (details tighter than a drum), and while another *God of War* is inevitable, it's likely a ways off. New saga, new direction, more time in the oven, yeah? A remake of the original trilogy, though? Now *that's* an idea. But it may be a while before we see Angry Dad on our screens again.
**Insomniac Games:** These guys are pumping out games faster than a caffeinated cheetah. But even *Spider-Man 2's* massive success couldn't shield them from layoffs. (Bloody hell, the state of the industry, eh?). Plus, a data breach spilled the beans on their *Wolverine* game (2026 at the earliest!) and possibly a *Venom* title before that. So, don't expect any surprise drops this year. Give 'em a break, I reckon.
**Sucker Punch Productions:** *Ghost of Tsushima* fans, rejoice! *Ghost of Yotei* is landing on October 2nd, 2025. Set in Hokkaido, it's a revenge quest with a non-linear structure and a bigger arsenal. Think *Tsushima* but even more open and explorable. Sounds right up our alley, doesn't it?
**Guerrilla Games:** *Horizon: Forbidden West* left us hanging, so naturally, they're probably crafting the third part of Aloy's saga. But don't hold your breath; these things take time. What's more likely is a live service *Horizon* game with a fresh cast and a stylized look. It could be a while though, since live service has not been plain sailing for Sony so far.
**Housemarque:** *Returnal* was a mind-bending, roguelike masterpiece, and they're following it up with *Saros*. Another sci-fi shooter, this time starring Rahul Kohli on a lost colony. Expect their trademark challenging combat when it hits in 2026.
**The Rest of the Bunch:** A few non-PlayStation studios are also cooking up PS5 exclusives, like *Lost Soul Aside* and *Phantom Blade Zero*. Haven Studios' *Fairgames* is now slated for 2026, while Bend Studio (of *Days Gone* fame) is working on something new, but details are scarce. Media Molecule's *Dreams* is transitioning to a self-sustaining platform after layoffs, and Team Asobi, the geniuses behind *Astro Bot*, are probably conjuring up another charming adventure. Bluepoint Games, after their remake triumphs, are reportedly aiming for an original IP, but news of a live service *God of War* game cancellation doesn't bode well. Polyphony Digital is likely gearing up for *Gran Turismo 8*, while San Diego Studio will inevitably bless us with *MLB The Show 26* next Spring. Firesprite may be doing VR but following a canceled *Twisted Metal* project is currently working on a mystery title called *Project Heartbreak*. teamLFG is working on what is best described as frog type games. Dark Outlaw Games are working on a top secret project under the leadership of a *Call of Duty* veteran.
So, there you have it. The state of PlayStation Studios in Summer 2025. A mixed bag, to be sure. Some exciting projects on the horizon, but also some studios facing challenges. Hopefully, the future looks brighter for both players and developers alike. And maybe, just maybe, we'll get some release dates soon. Fingers crossed!
Tags: PlayStation, PS5, Game Development, Studio Update, Gaming News
Original article: IGN South Africa