Concept Art of Canceled PlayStation Surface Game

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  • PlayStation's London studio was developing a live-action PS5 game set in a fantasy version of London, but it was canceled when the studio shut down earlier this year.
  • New concept art has surfaced for the London studio's PS5 game, showcasing a distinct art style and visual identity.
  • Sony's decision to close its London studio may be part of a shift in its ambitious plans for live streaming.



Two new pieces of concept art from a canceled one PlayStation The live service project has appeared online. The studio behind this game was none other than Studio London, a first-party PlayStation team that was shut down by Sony earlier this year.

The London studio was one of the oldest PlayStation teams, dating back to 2002. Aside from supporting the development of other PlayStation first-person games, the London studio was known for new experiences that experimented with the PlayStation hardware in various ways. Singhstar, PlayStation Home, PlayStation VR World, eye toyand many more. Unfortunately, the London studio closed in February 2024.


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Prior to the closure, London Studios was developing a PS5 live-action game that would reportedly feature co-op gameplay and take place in a fantasy setting of London. Some concept art of London Studios' unannounced game was officially released in 2022, but nothing more than this one image was released, and the project was ultimately canceled when the studio closed. Now, two new pieces of concept art for the mysterious live service game have been discovered on the ArtStation profile of former London Studio artist Lea Pinto.


New Concept Art for Playstation Studios London's canceled PS5 Live-Service game

Pinto doesn't make it clear that the concept art is for London Studio's Co-op game, instead hinting that they were created in 2023 for the now-cancelled project. However, when compared to the official 2022 concept art, the identical art style and visual identity are very evident that these are indeed for London Studio's Live Service game. In addition, these concept artworks vividly depict the streets of London, and the clever play on the words fairies, orcs and elves on the store's signage further enhances the home's fantasy point.


It should also be said that if Pinto's concept art is anything to go by, Studio London's PS5 game clearly had a strong and distinct art style. Neon repeats look especially impressive at night and are somewhat repetitive Blade Runner 2049It's unfortunate that the color palette doesn't shine through on London Studio's game and its striking visual identity, especially after the criticism surrounding it. ConcordThe character designs proved how essential art styles are to the success of a live service game.

Sony never gave an exact reason for the closure of the London studio, but the running theory is that the gaming giant is scaling back the ambitious live service plans it launched a few years ago. Firesprite is rumored Twisted metal The Live Service project was also canceled at the same time as the London studio was closed, and even Naughty Dog rejected its expectations. Our last online The game at the end of last year gave a lot of credence to this theory.


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