An anonymous insider known as Liz has floated a claim that Sony is preparing to acquire CD Projekt RED, the Polish studio famous for The Witcher and the Cyberpunk 2077 series. The report appeared on a tech portal, and while it sparked immediate attention, it remains unverified by official statements from Sony. The rumor cycle around large studio acquisitions is not new, yet this particular gust of speculation has drawn renewed interest from fans and industry observers who closely monitor any movement among major console makers and role-playing franchises. [citation: industry rumor tracking]
Liz has established a track record of accuracy in certain leaks, notably those connected to Destiny 2 developments. Despite the absence of formal confirmation from Sony, chatter persisted in October 2022 about the company’s interest in acquiring the Polish developer. Since that time, there have been no official disclosures detailing a potential deal, and silence from corporate channels has left the market waiting for concrete news. Industry watchers emphasize the importance of corroboration from multiple sources before accepting such claims as fact, especially given the high stakes involved in any major acquisition and the potential impact on game portfolios and investor sentiment. [citation: market rumor consortium]
Separately, another insider has asserted that Sony has given the go-ahead for the development of a sequel to Days Gone, an action-adventure experience set in a post-apocalyptic world. Interestingly, a few days ago the original game’s designer, Jeff Ross, took to social media to reflect on the project. He hinted that Sony may have chosen not to greenlight Days Gone 2, suggesting the sequel could have been released considerably earlier under different circumstances. The first Days Gone appeared on PlayStation 4 in 2019 and later reached PC audiences, expanding its reach beyond its initial platform. The absence of an official confirmation from Sony makes this claim speculative, and observers note that a company’s public statements can diverge from internal plans until concrete milestones are reached. [citation: developer updates]
Previously, industry outlets discussed Naughty Dog Studio, the team behind The Last of Us and Uncharted, and their ongoing work on a new single-player project. While such reports generate a great deal of interest among fans of narrative-driven games, the studio has not provided public timelines or specifics about unannounced projects. In the absence of verified information, enthusiasts and investors alike are left to speculate about the direction of Sony’s portfolio, the potential for cross-franchise collaborations, and how these rumored developments might influence the broader console generation. [citation: studio roadmap]