PlayStation CEO expresses optimism for live service games following Bungie layoffs
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Tomas Franzese
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PlayStation CEO Hermen Hulst has made optimistic statements about live service games despite Sony's recent layoffs at Bungie, where hundreds of developers were let go after Destiny 2 support ended. The article explores the tension between Sony's commitment to live service titles and the reality of studio downsizing, highlighting the broader industry trend of chasing live service revenue while facing the human cost of restructuring.
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The layoffs at Bungie came after support for Destiny 2 was ended, leaving many developers without jobs.
Hulst's comments highlight the ongoing tension between corporate ambitions for live service revenue and the human cost of restructuring.
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