Sony Shuts Down Bluepoint Games, Cutting 70 Jobs Amid Business Review

— The Verge
Key Takeaway
Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, resulting in the loss of approximately 70 jobs. This decision follows a recent business review and reflects ongoing changes within Sony's gaming studios.
Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the PlayStation studio behind well-received remakes of games like Shadow of the Colossus and Demon's Souls, according to Bloomberg. The change was made "following a recent business review," a spokesperson told the publication. About 70 staffers will be cut, and the studio will shut down in March. "Bluepoint Games is an incredibly talented team and their technical expertise has delivered exceptional experiences for the PlayStation community," a spokesperson
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