Hey everyone,
I just came across an interesting article where a Sony executive openly admitted that Sony doesn't have enough original franchises that were "built from the ground up." This got me thinking about the current state of PlayStation's game lineup and whether this is a problem for Sony moving forward.
The exec mentioned that while Sony has a bunch of successful games and franchises (think The Last of Us, God of War, Horizon Zero Dawn), a lot of these are either sequels or expansions of existing IPs. There’s apparently a growing concern that Sony isn’t taking enough risks with new, original titles. Instead, they’re leaning heavily on proven franchises. I get where they’re coming from, especially considering how competitive the gaming landscape is right now. But is sticking to what’s safe really the best move in the long run?
Personally, I think there’s definitely room for more original franchises from Sony. Don’t get me wrong—I love a good sequel as much as the next person, but there’s something exciting about diving into a completely new world with fresh characters and stories. It’s those unique, groundbreaking games that often end up defining a console generation. Think about how titles like Uncharted or Ghost of Tsushima came out of nowhere and became massive hits.
On the other hand, I get why Sony might be cautious. Developing a new franchise from scratch is a big gamble. It takes a ton of resources and there’s no guarantee it’ll pay off, especially in an era where gamers tend to gravitate towards familiar names. But without taking those risks, they might miss out on creating the next big thing.
What do you all think? Does Sony need more original franchises, or are they smart to focus on expanding their current IPs? Are you craving new stories and experiences from PlayStation, or are you happy with the sequels and reboots we’ve been getting?
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I just came across an interesting article where a Sony executive openly admitted that Sony doesn't have enough original franchises that were "built from the ground up." This got me thinking about the current state of PlayStation's game lineup and whether this is a problem for Sony moving forward.
The exec mentioned that while Sony has a bunch of successful games and franchises (think The Last of Us, God of War, Horizon Zero Dawn), a lot of these are either sequels or expansions of existing IPs. There’s apparently a growing concern that Sony isn’t taking enough risks with new, original titles. Instead, they’re leaning heavily on proven franchises. I get where they’re coming from, especially considering how competitive the gaming landscape is right now. But is sticking to what’s safe really the best move in the long run?
Personally, I think there’s definitely room for more original franchises from Sony. Don’t get me wrong—I love a good sequel as much as the next person, but there’s something exciting about diving into a completely new world with fresh characters and stories. It’s those unique, groundbreaking games that often end up defining a console generation. Think about how titles like Uncharted or Ghost of Tsushima came out of nowhere and became massive hits.
On the other hand, I get why Sony might be cautious. Developing a new franchise from scratch is a big gamble. It takes a ton of resources and there’s no guarantee it’ll pay off, especially in an era where gamers tend to gravitate towards familiar names. But without taking those risks, they might miss out on creating the next big thing.
What do you all think? Does Sony need more original franchises, or are they smart to focus on expanding their current IPs? Are you craving new stories and experiences from PlayStation, or are you happy with the sequels and reboots we’ve been getting?
Sony Doesn't Have Enough Original Franchises Built From the Ground Up, Executive Says - IGN
In a new interview, executive Hiroki Totoki said that he believes Sony's overall lack of homegrown franchises is an "issue" for the company, leading fans to become nostalgic for PS3 classics like Infamous.
