The past week was marked by closing two studios, and one of them created a real rebellion among the players. Namely Sony Interactive Entertainment he announced that he was putting key in the lock studio Bluepoint Games and only that five years after they took them over.
SIE is Bluepoint Games took over in September 2021 one year after release Demon’s Souls Remakea and they also helped in development God of War Ragnarok. In addition to those two titles, the team has the following games in its rich portfolio: Blast Factor, God of War Collection, The Ico & Shadow of the Colossus Collection, Metal Gear Solid HD Collection, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection, Gravity Rush Remastered i Shadow of the Colossus Remake.
President of Sony Interactive Entertainment Studio Business Group Hermen Hulst in a separate email address what it is all about Sony achieved recently, but also how the decision to close came Bluepoint Games. As he said, it was not brought about easily, and that it was a team that did a lot and that he thanked for their cooperation, creativity and dedication.
Hello everyone,
I wanted to share an important update from the Studio Business.As I mentioned in the December Town Hall, 2025 had some strong highlights within PlayStation Studios. Ghost of Yōtei launched to critical and commercial success, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach further showcased our commitment to narrative excellence, and Helldivers 2 and MLB The Show continue to drive ongoing player engagement and revenue.
At the same time, we’re operating in an increasingly challenging industry environment. Rising development costs, slowed industry growth, changing player behavior, and broader economic headwinds are making it harder to build games sustainably.
To navigate this reality, we need to continue adapting and evolving. We’ve taken a close look at our business to ensure we’re delivering today while still well-positioned for the future. As a result, we will be closing Bluepoint Games in March.This decision was not made lightly. Bluepoint is an incredibly talented team and their technical expertise has delivered exceptional experiences for the PlayStation community. I want to thank everyone at Bluepoint for their creativity, craftsmanship, and commitment to quality. Where possible, we will work to find opportunities for some impacted employees within our global network of studios.
While I know this is hard news to hear, I’m confident in the direction we’re headed. Creativity, innovation, and building unforgettable experiences for players remain at the heart of PlayStation Studios. We have a robust roadmap for FY26, with much to look forward to in the months ahead.
Thank you for your hard work and continued support.Best,
Hermen Hulst
CEO, Studio Business Group
A fan of the gaming industry and everything that goes with it
