Sony's New First-Party Studio

In an exciting development for the gaming world, Sony has officially announced the formation of a new first-party PlayStation studio named Dark Outlaw Games, spearheaded by the talented industry veteran Jason Blundell. Blundell, who has made a name for himself through his extensive experience in game development, shared this thrilling news during an exclusive interview with renowned journalist Jeff Gerstmann.

The Vision for Dark Outlaw Games

Dark Outlaw Games has been operating under the radar, diligently crafting a mysterious project that is yet to be unveiled. “It’s such a privilege to be able to do it with Sony as a new first-party studio,” expressed Blundell, emphasizing the rarity of such opportunities. “Sony doesn’t establish first-party studios very often, so to have that privilege is truly humbling and exciting.”

Building a Strong Team

As the studio builds its foundational team, Blundell noted that they are taking a discreet approach to development. “We’re getting the team to jell, getting the ideas clicking. I’m a programmer at heart, so we’re focused on testing those initial assumptions: Is it working? You’re trying to reach escape velocity,” he explained, hinting at a commitment to innovation and a dynamic creative process.

Jason Blundell's Background

Jason Blundell boasts nearly two decades of experience in the gaming industry, having previously served as the co-studio head at Treyarch, where he played a pivotal role in creating the iconic Call of Duty Zombies franchise. His tenure at Activision spanned an impressive 13 years, ultimately leading him to co-found Deviation Games with fellow developer Dave Anthony in 2020.

Challenges and Future Prospects

Despite the promising start, Deviation Games faced challenges, and by 2024, the studio was unfortunately shut down after laying off a significant portion of its workforce. This tumultuous journey has led Blundell to his current role at Dark Outlaw Games, where he aims to harness his rich expertise to push the boundaries of gaming at PlayStation.

Anticipation from Fans

As fans eagerly await the unveiling of Dark Outlaw's debut project, all eyes will be on Jason Blundell and his team to see how they will shape the future of PlayStation gaming. Will this new studio set a benchmark in the industry? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure—excitement is brewing in the gaming community!