Summary
- Bungie's mysterious game, code-named Gummy Bears, has reportedly transitioned to a new PlayStation studio for development.
- While primarily a MOBA, Gummy Bears is rumored to incorporate a percentage-based damage system inspired by Super Smash Bros., rather than traditional health bars.
- The game has been in development for at least three years but may still be years from release. It aims to target a younger demographic than Bungie's previous titles.
A first-party PlayStation game, code-named Gummy Bears, is said to draw significant inspiration from the Super Smash Bros. series. According to a recent report, this mysterious PlayStation project has undergone some notable changes.
The first hints of Gummy Bears' existence surfaced online in August 2023, when The Game Post reported that a MOBA title with this codename was being developed by Bungie. However, a year later, Bungie announced layoffs affecting 220 employees—a 17% reduction in its workforce. During this announcement, Bungie also revealed that an additional 155 of its staff members would soon be integrated into Sony Interactive Entertainment.
These integration efforts have now led to Sony establishing a new PlayStation studio, according to The Game Post, which cites unnamed sources. This new subsidiary, reportedly comprising around 40 employees, has taken over the development of Gummy Bears. Although the game is likely years away from release, its current development stage remains undisclosed. Despite the limited information available, The Game Post reports that Gummy Bears will adopt a gameplay mechanic similar to that of Super Smash Bros.
Gummy Bears Reportedly Won't Have Health Bars, Similar to Smash Bros.
Specifically, Gummy Bears is said to feature a health system that functions as a modifier, determining how far a character is knocked back when hit. As the percentage-based damage accumulates, characters can be knocked off the map, mirroring the damage percent system used in Super Smash Bros.
Gummy Bears will reportedly include three character classes typical of MOBA games: Attack, Defense, and Support. The game is also expected to offer multiple game modes and an aesthetic described as cozy, vibrant, and "lo-fi." These elements represent a departure from Bungie's previous work, which The Game Post's sources suggest is a deliberate choice to differentiate Gummy Bears and appeal to a younger demographic.
Having been in development since at least 2022 during its time at Bungie, the recent shift in development aligns with the establishment of a new PlayStation studio in Los Angeles. It remains to be seen whether this California-based division is the one working on Gummy Bears.
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