Sony's Secret Los Angeles Studio: A New AAA Game in the Works
A newly established PlayStation studio in Los Angeles, California, is developing a major, unannounced AAA title for the PS5, as confirmed by a recent job posting. This marks Sony's 20th first-party studio, adding to its already impressive lineup.
The news has generated significant excitement among gaming fans, who eagerly anticipate future releases from established PlayStation studios like Santa Monica Studio, Naughty Dog, and Insomniac Games. Sony's strategic acquisitions of studios such as Housemarque, Bluepoint Games, and Firesprite in recent years have further fueled this anticipation. This mysterious new studio promises yet another highly anticipated addition to the PlayStation first-party portfolio.
The job listing, seeking a Project Senior Producer, specifically mentions a "newly-established AAA studio" in Los Angeles, hinting at a significant project. Speculation points towards two potential origins for this team:
Possibility 1: A Bungie Spin-off
One theory suggests the studio houses a team spun off from Bungie following layoffs in July 2024. Around 155 Bungie employees transitioned to Sony Interactive Entertainment, potentially forming the core of this new studio, working on Bungie's previously announced "Gummybears" project.
Possibility 2: The Jason Blundell Team
Another strong contender is the team led by industry veteran Jason Blundell, formerly of Deviation Games. After Deviation Games' closure in March 2024, many of its employees joined PlayStation under Blundell's leadership. Given the longer gestation period of this team compared to the potential Bungie spin-off, it's a plausible candidate for Sony's new Los Angeles studio. The project may be a continuation or a reboot of Deviation Games' previously planned AAA title.
While Sony remains tight-lipped, the confirmation of a new first-party studio developing a groundbreaking AAA IP is exciting news for PlayStation fans. Although an official announcement may be years away, the knowledge of another highly anticipated PlayStation game in development is cause for celebration.
