Sony’s live-service initiative hasn’t been the identical since Harmony’s failure with initiatives from Bluepoint and Bend Studio cancelled amongst others. There’s additionally been bother with Fairgame$, the primary mission from Haven Studios, however the writer not too long ago confirmed the departure of its founder, Jade Raymond.
A report from Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier revealed that this occurred after an alleged exterior take a look at that induced concern for its builders (who have been additionally left in the dead of night in regards to the cause for Raymond’s departure). Based on the Sacred Symbols Podcast on Patreon (through MauroNL), the pre-alpha was allegedly named Challenge Hearts and hasn’t acquired good suggestions.
A few of this apparently included that it “doesn’t really feel good to play” and presently feels “tremendous clunky.” The gameplay is reportedly “battle royale crossed with an extraction shooter,” that includes parts of Fortnite and Tom Clancy’s The Division.
In fact, past conducting heists and working into rival crews, Haven Studios hasn’t detailed or showcased any gameplay. Fairgame$ allegedly gained’t launch till Spring 2026, although given Sony’s present stance on live-service initiatives, it might be cancelled. Keep tuned for extra particulars, and within the meantime, learn extra about Marathon, one other troubled live-service title underneath Sony.
