Sony abandons PHYSINT, a claim echoed in a recent X post from Kojima Productions, which denounced Bloomberg’s allegations that the PlayStation owner dropped the title over budget, exclusivity, and deadline concerns.
Bloomberg Report Sparks Speculation
Bloomberg’s article suggested Sony terminated the action‑espionage game citing rising costs and a failure to meet projected milestones. It implied the decision was linked to an impending PlayStation exclusivity deal and delayed development stages.
Kojima“s Retort: No Official Source
In response, Kojima Productions stated that “none of the claims in the Bloomberg piece came from an official or on‑record source.” The studio urged fans to treat the allegations with caution and reaffirmed its financial health.
Studio Confirms Ongoing Collaboration with Xbox
Concluding that development continues “with XBOX,” the post highlighted a new partnership that salvaged PHYSINT after Sony’s initial withdrawal. It also asserted that the relationship between Kojima and PlayStation remains “strong.”
Bill Skarsgård Leads the Cast
To signal momentum, Kojima announced Bill Skarsgård as PHYSINT’s lead character during the Xbox Tokyo Games Show 2026. The reveal underscored the project’s steady progression under the new co‑development arrangement.
Production On Track, Behind‑the‑Scenes Proof
Kojima shared behind‑the‑scenes footage of the prototype version of “OD” and confirmed that production has resumed this year on schedule, confirming that both PHYSINT and the studio’s other upcoming titles remain on course.
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