PlayStation Expands with New AAA Studio

PlayStation Unveils Mystery AAA Studio in Los Angeles

Sony Interactive Entertainment has quietly established a new, unannounced AAA game studio in Los Angeles, California. This marks the company's 20th first-party studio and fuels excitement for upcoming PlayStation 5 titles. A recent job posting for a Project Senior Producer confirmed the existence of this "newly-established AAA studio," currently developing a groundbreaking, original IP.

The secrecy surrounding this new studio has naturally ignited speculation. One prominent theory points to a potential connection with Bungie. Following layoffs at Bungie in July 2024, 155 employees transitioned to Sony Interactive Entertainment, potentially forming the core of this new team, possibly working on a spin-off project from Bungie's "Gummybears" incubation initiative.

Another strong contender is the team led by industry veteran Jason Blundell. Blundell, a key figure in the Call of Duty: Black Ops franchise, co-founded Deviation Games, which was developing a AAA PS5 title before its closure in March 2024. Significantly, many former Deviation Games employees joined PlayStation in May 2024, under Blundell's leadership, suggesting a possible continuation of their previous project within this new studio.

Considering the longer gestation period of Blundell's team, it's plausible that this new Los Angeles studio is where his team is currently based. While details about the game remain shrouded in mystery, speculation abounds, with many hoping for a revival or continuation of Deviation Games' ambitious, yet unfinished, project. Regardless of the project's specifics, the confirmation of yet another PlayStation first-party studio is cause for celebration among fans, promising exciting new titles in the years to come. Expect a significant wait before Sony officially reveals the studio's identity and its upcoming game.