December 11th 2024.
In 1999, Syphon Filter made its debut and quickly became a fan favorite. Since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting the next game from Sony's Bend Studio. However, it seems that the project may have been leaked, and it's being described as a "AAA live service" title.
Despite the excitement around this news, there is still some mystery surrounding Bend Studio's current project. While they were previously rumored to be working on a new Uncharted game, it seems that this is no longer the case. Instead, the Sony-owned developer has confirmed that their next project will be a new IP with multiplayer, building upon the open world systems of Days Gone.
Earlier this year, a job listing at the studio hinted at a "AAA live service" game, but it's unclear if these plans have changed in light of recent failures in the live service realm. However, screenshots have surfaced online, allegedly from the online portfolio of a former UI designer at Bend Studio.
These images seem to align with previous descriptions of the game, but they are clearly from an early stage of development. They show a third person military-themed shooter with a leveling up system and crafting elements to create new weapons. According to sources, there is also test footage available that showcases a unique mechanic where the weapon's reticule pulses like a heartbeat when the character's health is low.
Some speculate that this game may have a futuristic theme, as "nanites" are listed in the component materials to craft new guns. One screenshot even uses artwork from Days Gone as a placeholder, but it's said to have no relation to the previous game. Instead, it may bear more resemblance to Bend Studio's previous IP, Syphon Filter. However, since the studio is working on a new IP, there may be no direct connection.
It's currently unclear if this project is Bend Studio's next game or a scrapped project. However, it does give off the impression of a live service game, just from looking at the screenshots. In the past, Sony had plans to release 12 internally developed live service games by 2026, but recent reports suggest that many of these projects have been cancelled. The only confirmed live service games are Bungie's Marathon, Fairgame$, and a Horizon multiplayer spin-off.
It's possible that Bend Studio's live service title is still in development, but we'll have to wait for an official announcement to confirm its existence. While it's unlikely that we'll hear about this shooter at The Game Awards on December 13, there are rumors about a potential reveal of Days Gone Remastered.
Unfortunately, a sequel to Days Gone has been ruled out, but fans can still get in touch with the studio by emailing or leaving a comment. They can also follow Bend Studio on Twitter and sign up for their newsletter. For those looking to submit Inbox letters or Reader's Features, they can use the Submit Stuff page on the website.
As PlayStation celebrates its 30th anniversary, fans are hoping for a bright future for the beloved console. And while there may not be much news about Bend Studio's next project, there are plenty of other exciting developments in the world of PlayStation, including the recent change to the PS5 start-up screen and a massive sale with over 3,000 discounts for PS4 and PS5 games. As we look back on the past and celebrate the present, it's important to also have hope for the future of PlayStation.
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