The lights are on
The reveal of a next-gen system is always exciting, but as we all know, a console is only as good as its games. Join us as we take a look at Sony's first- and second-party studios and bet on what projects we think might accompany the reveal of the next PlayStation.
For each entry, we examine what franchises the developer is known for, as well as its last released game and current project (if any). We've also included GI staff predictions, which break down what percentage of editors believes the studio will have a project revealed at the press event, and if so, what that project might be.
Company: SCE Japan StudioKnown For: Ape Escape series, LocoRoco series, Patapon series, Siren seriesLast Game: 2012 (Tokyo Jungle)SCE Japan Studio is the development branch of Sony, so it's hard to believe the company won't have something to show at the PS4's unveiling – the question is what? In recent years SCE Japan has mostly collaborated with other studios on PlayStation exclusives and downloadable titles, but may be gearing up for something big for Sony's next console.
GI Staff Predictions: Project Included In The Press Event: Yes 47% / No 53% If Yes, What Project: Something New 100%
Company: Team IcoKnown For: Ico, Shadow of the ColossusLast Game: 2011 (The Ico & Shadow of the Colossus Collection)Though a subdivision of SCE Japan, Team Ico has been responsible for two of the studio's most beloved titles, as well as its most anticipated upcoming game, The Last Guardian. Team Ico has been working on the project for years, and although it's suffered a number of setbacks, Sony assures fans the game is still coming. Will it make the jump to next-gen?
GI Staff Predictions:Project Included In The Press Event: Yes 60% / No 40%If Yes, What Project: The Last Guardian 100%
Company: Polyphony DigitalKnown For: Gran Turismo seriesLast Game: 2010 (Gran Turismo 5)Every console needs a racing series, and Polyphony has been supplying Sony with critically acclaimed installments of Gran Turismo since the original PlayStation. Polyphony hasn't released a game since 2010, but that doesn't mean the studio will have anything to show at Sony's event, given its notoriously long development schedules.
GI Staff Predictions:Project Included In The Press Event: Yes 80% / No 20%If Yes, What Project: Gran Turismo 92% / Something New 8%
Company: Naughty DogKnown For: Crash Bandicoot series, Jak and Daxter series, Uncharted series, The Last Of UsLast Game: 2011 (Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception)While one of Naughty Dog's teams is finishing up The Last Of Us, we still don't know what Amy Hennig's team is working on. Launching the PS4 with a new Uncharted title would certainly make sense, but Naughty Dog may want to take advantage of the change in hardware to introduce a new IP to the market as well.
GI Staff Predictions:Project Included In The Press Event: Yes 53% / No 47%If Yes, What Project: Uncharted 62.5% / Jak and Daxter 12.5% / Something New 25%
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Bring back Sir Daniel Fortesque and we'll talk. Until then, I will always have a grudge against Sony.
And no, PSASBR doesnt count
I personally don't believe that we're in for another Naughty Dog helmed Uncharted game. If ya look at ND's track record, they tend to release their games in threes, with the occassional racer tacked on, then move on to a new IP. Crash to Jak (Then Crash was taken by Vivendi Universal), Jak to Drake, Drake to The Last of Us. I'm pretty sure Uncharted 4 as a release title won't be happening. I'm expecting something new from Naughty Dog.
Of all the pictures you could have used for Hot Shots Golf, you had to use THAT? Regardless, I'm excited for a new installment, it's a great series that doesn't get as much attention as it should. I've been waiting 5 long years for a sequel on a home console, (Not buying a Vita) and I'm long due for a new one.
It'd be hilarious if they'd actually announce like the Move 2.0 instead of the ps4 lol Brix would be shot... at them.
Anyway, I really hope Naughty Dog revisits Jak and Daxter.
I say that they will show off Destiny, The Last of Us, and Infamous 3
Then They will give the Vita a little bit of time by announcing the new price and a few games that no one will care much about and complain.
If Sony can have The Last Guardian, Killzone 4 and either a new Uncharted or Infamous, then I believe that will really help the launch become much more successful than any other next gen launch line up. Insomniac please make a new Resistance game.
Killzone 4 seems likely. I wonder when the reserve madness will begin though. Will it only be announced tomorrow but shown at E3?