Sackboy Dev Cancels New IP to Focus on Game Production for Partners

Sumo Digital, the UK game developer known for creating Sackboy: A Big Adventure for the PS5, has chosen to cease development of a new intellectual property (IP) they were working on, opting instead to concentrate solely on producing games for other companies. The LittleBigPlanet spin-off is simply one example of the type of work that Sumo Digital considers its primary strength and key to their success. Consequently, they have decided to intensify their focus on projects like this rather than creating completely original experiences.

In this announcement, it’s outlined that we need to strike a balance between our creative aspirations and the practical financial constraints to secure the long-term viability and prosperity of our organization. It is hinted that these changes may influence our studios and staff members, implying potential job cuts. However, we are dedicated to lessening this impact significantly by examining all feasible solutions to preserve our team, providing assistance in finding alternative opportunities where necessary, and offering empathy, openness, and concern for those affected throughout the process.

As a gaming enthusiast myself, I’ve had the pleasure of contributing to some fantastic titles like Sackboy: A Big Adventure, LittleBigPlanet 3, Team Sonic Racing, Snake Pass, and even The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Whether it’s teaming up for fresh projects, co-developing existing games, offering specialized engineering solutions, or porting games to different platforms, I trust in the extraordinary skills of our team and our readiness to shine in this new phase of our journey.

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2025-02-04 19:36