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PlayStation Reverses Course, Will Keep PS3 and Vita Digital Stores Open

19

Apr

PlayStation Reverses Course, Will Keep PS3 and Vita Digital Stores Open

Just a few weeks ago, PlayStation announced that the PSP, Vita, and PlayStation 3 digital storefronts would be shut down permanently this summer. After outcry from the community, they have decided to partially reverse course. Via the PlayStation Blog, Jim Ryan, President and CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, announced that…

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Sony Confirms the Closing of PlayStation Japan Studio Operations

26

Feb

By Seasoned Gaming

Sony Confirms the Closing of PlayStation Japan Studio Operations

Reports began to surface yesterday that PlayStation's Japan Studio, their oldest first-party studio, was being shut-down. PlayStation has now confirmed the reports with some added context. Sony confirmed that the resources for Japan Studio will be "re-centered" around Team Asobi (Astro's Playroom). Additionally, aspects such as localization, production, and IP…

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PlayStation Closes First Party Studio Responsible for PS VR Development

04

Feb

By Seasoned Gaming

PlayStation Closes First Party Studio Responsible for PS VR Development

The PlayStation leadership has confirmed that it has closed Sony Manchester. According to a report, all employees of the studio have been let go. In a statement, PlayStation said the following to Gamesindustry.biz: ...intends to close it as part of our efforts to improve efficiency and operational effectiveness The Manchester…

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