Sony Interactive Entertainment canceled funding for Hideo Kojima's new project, Physint, in June. This decision ended a thirty-year partnership between the developer and the console maker. Players waiting for the next Kojima title now face an uncertain release path as the studio shifts platforms.
Kojima Productions partners with Xbox to continue Physint development after Sony cancellation
Kojima Productions has partnered with Xbox to continue development of the game. The studio received notification of the funding cut via an unexpected Zoom call. Kojima described the lack of prior warning as shocking for such a long-standing relationship.
Bill Skarsgard has been cast as the lead character in the project. The studio has not yet finalized the game engine for development. Reports suggest a potential move from the Decima Engine to Unreal Engine given the split with Sony.
Kojima expressed disappointment that the thirty-year relationship did not warrant earlier notice. He stated he does not harbor animosity toward Sony despite the abrupt cancellation. The studio is now building the title as a second confirmed Xbox game.
We looked at the last Physint update while tracking these industry shifts. The project remains in active development under the new Xbox partnership. Fans should monitor official channels for engine and release date confirmations.
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