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Just ahead of the 2024 International CES in Las Vegas, Sony, in its classic style, took center stage with a conference that had the gaming community buzzing. As expected, PlayStation played a pivotal role in the festivities.
While Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan was notably absent, Sony Corporation CEO Kenichiro Yoshida, set to take the reins from Ryan upon his imminent retirement, stepped up to discuss the powerhouse that is the PlayStation brand.
Yoshida-san dropped some impressive stats, revealing that PlayStation boasted a whopping 123 million monthly active users in December, marking a record-breaking high. The man himself declared Sony Interactive Entertainment as "the leader in gaming innovation for decades" and delved into the enticing details of the Gran Turismo Sophy available in Gran Turismo 7.
But that wasn't the end of the PlayStation excitement. Yoshida-san wrapped up his address by affirming that PlayStation is dedicated to expanding its horizons, striving to be the ultimate gaming destination with even broader access to gaming experiences.
The conference also shed light on PlayStation's venture into the realm of linear media adaptations. Katherine Pope, President of Sony Pictures TV Studios, spilled the beans on the in-progress God of War TV show for Prime Video and the Horizon Zero Dawn TV show for Netflix. Yoshida-san sprinkled in a surprising revelation, expressing enthusiasm about the adaptation of Nintendo's iconic franchise, The Legend of Zelda, promising an "amazing tale of adventure and discovery."
The presentation also teased fans with snippets from the upcoming Gravity Rush movie, leaving us wanting more in the blink-and-you'll-miss-it fashion. Intriguingly, Project Torchligh's virtual production tech showcased a mysterious 3D glimpse related to Patapon under the tag "IP Development Gaming/Anime," though no further details were provided.
In a surprising twist, the Sony Honda Mobility project announced a strategic partnership with Gran Turismo developer Polyphony Digital. This collaboration aims to merge Polyphony's simulation technology with Sony's development prowess, delving into new avenues of mobility development by incorporating human senses and emotions. As a delightful bonus, the AFEELA Prototype 2024 car will make its way into Gran Turismo 7 as part of this groundbreaking partnership.
Its always the Yoshis making the big moves
Heres hoping there are many more collabs between Sony and other developers, its the fans that win in the end