Sumo Digital, the UK developer behind PS5 launch title Sackboy: A Big Adventure, has announced it is cancelling a new IP it had in the works to focus entirely on game production for external partners. The LittleBigPlanet spin-off is just one example of the work the studio believes is its «core strength and the foundation of our success», so it's now decided to double down on those efforts instead of creating its own, original experiences.
In a statement, it's explained the company must «balance our creative ambitions and the commercial realities to ensure the long-term stability and success of our business». It's suggested the business change «will have an impact on our studios and people», suggesting the team will suffer from layoffs. «We are committed to minimising this impact as much as possible, exploring all options to retain talent, and supporting those affected with transparency, care, and compassion.»
Alongside the aforementioned Sackboy: A Big Adventure, the developer has worked on LittleBigPlanet 3, Team Sonic Racing, Snake Pass, and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. «Whether collaborating on new or established games, co-developing games, providing specialist engineering, or porting services; we are confident in our teams’ exceptional talent and our ability to thrive in this next chapter,» the statement said.
Liam grew up with a PlayStation controller in his hands and a love for Metal Gear Solid. Nowadays, he's found playing the latest and greatest PS5 games as well as supporting Derby County. That last detail is his downfall.
Sad honestly. They're a talented studio and Snake Pass proved they can come up with really unique ideas when not chained to licenced franchises.
Aren't they also working on a new PlayStation exclusive? Believe we saw a leak a few years ago that showed that they were working on a new game
Oh I completely forgot they did Snake Pass! That game was such a fun little game with a unique concept.
Most of the time with decisions like this I feel
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