13 Dormant Sony PlayStation Franchises That Deserve a Revival on PS5 and PS6
By
Andrew Highton
Master baker tier. Every paragraph earns its place on the tray.
Summary
The article discusses 13 dormant Sony PlayStation franchises that the author believes should be revived for the PS5 and PS6 consoles. The author argues that Sony has relied too heavily on a few key franchises (like God of War and Naughty Dog titles) and should bring back beloved classic IPs from PlayStation's history to tap into nostalgia and provide fresh gaming experiences. The piece lists and advocates for the return of specific older franchises that have been inactive for years.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledSony has relied on the same few franchises and studios in recent years to propel PS4 and PS5 sales.
But it's time for some new blood, and by new blood, I mean the return of some of PlayStation's purest franchises that were a gateway for nostalgia and enormous fun.
Many of you won't admit it, but there's probably one gaming brand you have a certain attachment to.
Sony's catalog of IPs is phenomenal, but so many have lain dormant for various amounts of time.
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