Amidst speculation surrounding Sony Interactive Entertainment’s upcoming first-party game lineup for 2024, confirmation has come regarding a notable PS5 exclusive slated for that year: Concord. Sony disclosed in its fiscal year ending March 31, 2024 financial report that it aims to boost the number of PlayStation Studios titles as well as expand on the PC platform.
Sony Anticipated to Have Multiple PS5-Only Games Ready for 2024
Firewalk Studios, a developer Sony took under its wing in 2023, is behind Concord, a live service shooter aimed at both the PS5 and PC communities. Officially, Concord will debut simultaneously on both platforms, joining the footsteps of Helldivers 2. During today’s earnings call, SIE’s chairman Hiroki Totoki pinpointed a 2024 launch window for Concord.
According to the financial results presentation, Sony is doubling down on its goals to amplify its in-house studio’s output, as per Totoki’s exposition. “By increasing sales of first-party software—an area we have been enhancing—our plan is to set a new profit record for this division,” he announced. This will be part of PlayStation’s “two-pronged approach” which includes moving into the PC market and amplifying the first-party titles from the studios they’ve been investing in.
This strategy has already shown promise with the success of Helldivers 2, which has sold upwards of 12 million copies on both PS5 and PC.
Additional speculation suggests that 2024 may see “smaller” first-party projects from Sony, including a yet-to-be-announced Astro Bot game.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- What is the PS5 exclusive game announced for 2024?
The game announced is Concord, developed by Firewalk Studios. - What type of game is Concord?
Concord is a live service, multiplayer shooter game available on both the PS5 and PC. - Who is the chairman of SIE and what did he confirm about Sony’s strategy?
The chairman of SIE is Hiroki Totoki, who confirmed that Sony aims to enhance first-party output and expand into the PC gaming market. - How well did Helldivers 2 perform commercially?
Helldivers 2 sold over 12 million units across PS5 and PC. - Are there any rumors of other Sony games releasing in 2024?
It is rumored that Sony will release “smaller” first-party games, including a new Astro Bot game in 2024.
Conclusion
Sony Interactive Entertainment is setting the stage for a robust 2024 with a strong lineup of PS5 exclusives, headlined by the anticipated release of Concord, as well as their commitment to an enhanced library of first-party titles and expansion into the PC gaming arena. Spearheaded by strategic investments in their in-house studios and demonstrated by the impressive performance of titles such as Helldivers 2, Sony’s dual-focused approach signifies not just a promising future for the PlayStation 5 but also an assertive expansion into new gaming frontiers.