Housemarque, the studio behind Returnal and now a Sony subsidiary, has declared it will not venture into live-service or free-to-play gaming, emphasizing their commitment to premium single-player experiences. Studio head Ilari Kuittinen articulated this philosophy, highlighting that their games are designed as temporal experiences to be enjoyed individually, rather than drawn out over extended periods. Their upcoming project, Saros, is confirmed for a 2026 release and continues their focus on quality over quantity, especially amidst challenges faced by other live-service games in the industry.
Returnal developer Housemarque, owned by Sony, stated it will not pursue live-service or free-to-play games, focusing instead on premium single-player experiences.
Housemarque's next title, Saros, is set for a 2026 release as a spiritual sequel to Returnal, emphasizing their commitment to premium gaming.
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