We have been hearing about Sony buying more companies, but it isn’t official. That has led to speculation among fans. Who might Sony buy next? Recently, the founder of Square Enix and Eidos Montreal talked about events that led to the sale of those companies, and he hinted that Sony might be the next company on their radar.
Sega
Sega and Sony are rivals in the game console market. While both companies have the same history, the two companies are different in many ways. They both started out as video game manufacturers but later became incorporated with the PlayStation. While Sony is more well-known for its PlayStation, Sega has a history that dates back to the 1970s.
In the early 1990s, Sony and Sega were rivals in the console market. Both companies developed their own games, but Sony had its own game development studio. Sony Imagesoft was working on games for the Sega Mega CD. Sega’s manager thought that a joint venture could bring both companies success.
The two companies also aimed for a younger audience. They targeted advertising to twentysomethings, licensed dance music soundtracks, and sponsored club nights. They saw in this audience a new future in post-pub gaming sessions. Sony saw in these young professionals an audience with disposable income. These individuals were using their working careers as an extended adolescence.
Naughty Dog
When it comes to video games, there are many different reasons to invest in Sony buying Naughty Dog. The company is a massive developer with great games already behind it, and a bright future ahead. Yet, Naughty Dog is just one piece of the larger puzzle. Just as buying the United States is like buying the Empire State Building, buying Naughty Dog would be like investing in the United States of America.
The deal will result in Naughty Dog becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., retaining its brand name. While the financial terms of the deal have not been released, the company’s current management team will remain in place. This includes founders Andrew Gavin and Jason Rubin. Sony executive Shuhei Yoshida will oversee the company.
The deal will also give Sony the ability to expand its game development capabilities. Unlike other video game developers, Naughty Dog has a unique approach to game development. It’s known for its ability to create one franchise at a time. In addition to Drake’s Fortune, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, and Uncharted 3: Among Thieves are all part of the Uncharted series.
Guerrilla Games
In 2005, Sony Computer Entertainment acquired Amsterdam-based game developer Guerrilla Games. Guerrilla is best known for the Killzone sci-fi FPS series. In March 2004, it signed an exclusive development deal with Sony. The company is currently working on the next installment of the Killzone franchise for the PlayStation 3.
After the sale, the studio changed its name from Media Republic to Guerrilla Games. The company has a history that stretches beyond Killzone and Horizon. Founded in 1988 as Millennium Interactive, Guerrilla Games developed a wide range of games, some of which were produced by other studios. Some of its most popular IPs include Frogger and Rome: Pathway to Power.
In 2005, Killzone was a huge hit, selling over a million copies worldwide. As a result, Sony invested heavily in marketing the game and ultimately bought the company. After Killzone, Sony bought Guerrilla Games, and the first task for the studio was to create the sequel to the game.
Sucker Punch Productions
Sony acquired Sucker Punch Productions, a game company known for releasing inFamous and Sly Cooper games. With the move, the games developed by Sucker Punch will exclusively be released by Sony. It is unclear what the studio’s next project will be, but Fleming has vowed to keep its independent streak going.
The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Bellevue, Washington. The company is best known for the critically acclaimed stealth series Sly Cooper. It has also created games in the Infamous franchise and the Ghost of Tsushima series. As of 2016, Sucker Punch employs over 160 people.
Sony and Sucker Punch have a long history of working together, and Housemarque has worked with Sony for over a decade. Although it has been acquired by Sony, the studio is still developing its next “proper game.” Nixxes, on the other hand, is best known for porting large console games to PC. Sony has hired several Nixxes members to work on its PlayStation PC space.
Sony’s acquisition of Bungie
With Microsoft’s recent acquisition of Zynga for $12.7 billion and Sony’s acquisition of Bungie, gaming is increasingly important to technology companies. These companies are looking to expand their audience and prepare for the upcoming world of augmented reality and virtual reality. Bungie is a well-known video game developer that helped Microsoft launch its Xbox in 2001. The deal is expected to close before the end of the year.
Bungie’s acclaimed games will continue to be developed and published on multiple platforms, including PlayStation. The acquisition will ensure that the studio is able to apply its expertise to future PlayStation projects. It is unclear whether the acquisition of Bungie will result in exclusivity agreements. However, the deal is expected to make the studio more accessible.
Bungie is the developer of the hit games Halo and Destiny. The acquisition will allow Sony to maintain Bungie’s independent development and publishing style. The studio will also be able to continue to develop and publish games across multiple platforms and genres. The new ownership will also allow Bungie to self-publish its games, giving the studio more freedom and creativity.
Square Enix
The latest acquisition by Sony of Square Enix comes amid speculation that the Japanese company will pursue further acquisitions. According to reports, Square Enix recently sold its games studio Eidos to Embraer Group. The company will also consider buying other companies like Capcom or Sega. This acquisition could help Sony expand its videogame business beyond Japan.
Sony’s recent acquisitions have included Bluepoint Games and Bungie. However, Square Enix is a much bigger company. The company has a long-standing relationship with Sony, which is apparent from the fact that the PS5 exclusives Final Fantasy 16 and Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth were developed by the Japanese company. In addition, the acquisition would allow Sony to recoup some of the costs of Crystal Dynamics.
The acquisition of Square Enix is not without controversy. Sony’s move to sell off its western operations may be a move to prepare for an eventual acquisition. While it makes sense from a business perspective, it might not be the best move for Sony.
Resident Evil
Sony is buying up some of the biggest names in the video game industry. They are acquiring the Resident Evil and Monster Hunter franchises, as well as the EVO fighting series. The acquisitions are likely to be big money for both companies. Combined, they could be worth more than $5 billion.
Sony’s acquisition of Capcom has been a topic of online forums for a long time. Recently, CEO Jeff Grubb teased that the company was buying Capcom. He also teased that there will be “bigger acquisitions” on the way. This could be an amazing opportunity for Sony.
Another acquisition that Sony has made recently is Bungie, the developer of the Destiny game. This deal may not be the most lucrative for Sony but it could give them more money. It could also lead to a new handheld console.
Until Dawn
Until Dawn is an interactive drama horror video game that was released in 2015. It was developed by Supermassive Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment. The game follows the lives of eight young adults living on the mountain of Blackwood. Each one of them has unique traits and experiences that set them apart from one another.
The storyline of the game focuses on eight friends who have been trapped on a mountain retreat. The situation is tense and the choices you make can change the fate of everyone in the group. This game is very suspenseful and you will feel a sense of dread when you discover what is happening to your friends.
This game also features innovative choice mechanics that have players thinking outside of the box. You will discover thousands of possible story paths based on the choices you make. Some seemingly insignificant choices will lead to major consequences. Until Dawn also makes use of the PlayStation(r)4’s powerful hardware and the Killzone Shadowfall Engine to make for an exceptionally realistic environment.