Rumor: Sony is ‘Very Positive’ About Upcoming First-Party Live-Service Game

Rumor: Sony is 'Very Positive' About Upcoming First-Party Live-Service Game

Key Takeaways

  • Internal feedback at Sony reportedly shows great optimism about the gaming giant’s next live-service game, Fairgames, despite the failure of Concord.
  • Fairgames is a competitive heist game led by Assassin’s Creed veteran Jade Raymond.
  • Relatively little competition in the heist shooter genre might allow Fairgames to perform better than Concord commercially.

As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of experience under my belt, I can’t help but feel a glimmer of hope for Sony’s upcoming live-service game, Fairgames. Having witnessed the rollercoaster ride that is the gaming industry, I’ve learned to be cautiously optimistic about new releases, especially after the setback with Concord.


In simpler terms, according to the recent report, a recent report indicates that the game’s latest live-service condition, as per the latest live-service effort Concord could have a better shot at its best potential for success in a crowded but potentially very profitable live-service profitability

Hailing from Haven Studios, a team established within three years by PlayStation, Fairgames is marketed as an exhilarating multiplayer heist game. The studio, led by Assassin’s Creed veteran Jade Raymond, has garnered attention due to the experienced hands behind it. The game was officially unveiled at the 2023 PlayStation Showcase with a captivating CGI trailer that resonates with the themes of well-known games such as Watchdogs, Payday, and The Finals

Following the closure announcement of Concord, some fans have become uncertain about Sony’s commitment to their live-service projects, such as Fairgames, with speculation arising that the company might be losing faith in its development. However, contrary to these assumptions, Christopher Dring from GamesIndustry.biz stated during a recent GI Microcast episode that internal feedback on Fairgames has reportedly been quite favorable. He also hinted that PlayStation is actively working to support and ensure the success of Fairgames, which is led by Jade Raymond

Fairgames Has One Crucial Advantage Over Concord

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It’s important to mention that positive internal feedback doesn’t necessarily guarantee the success of Fairgames. For instance, when Sony partnered with Firewalk Studios (developer of Concord) in 2021, Hermen Hulst, head of PlayStation Studios, called the game “ambitious” and “exciting” on Twitter. Later in 2023, Sony acquired Firewalk Studios, suggesting that they had favorable views towards Concord as well. Haven Studios seems to be following a similar path since it was bought by Sony before releasing its first project. Given what happened with Concord, it’s reasonable to assume that Haven has learned valuable lessons and many are eagerly awaiting Fairgames’ next appearance

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2024-09-05 10:44