Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced a partnership with Bad Robot Games, a division of the film, television, and theater production company Bad Robot founded by JJ Abrams, to produce and publish its first internally developed game—an unannounced four-player cooperative shooter directed by Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth. It is currently in development for PlayStation 5 and PC.
“Partnering with Sony Interactive Entertainment allows us to bring our new [intellectual property] to life, with an expansive vision for this new universe,” said Bad Robot Games CEO Anna Sweet in a press release. “With the support of PlayStation, we hope to deliver a bold, innovative experience that is truly special for players. I could not be more excited that Mike Booth is at the creative helm, crafting a cooperative adventure that will lead to unforgettable moments with friends.”
Sony Interactive Entertainment vice president and head of second-party and third-party content ventures and strategic initiatives Christian Svensson added, “We’re greatly impressed with the talent Bad Robot Games has assembled at their studio, and are thrilled to partner with them to help produce and publish their upcoming game. Their unique creative voice and passion for innovating across all forms of interactive entertainment perfectly aligns with [Sony Interactive Entertainment]’s mission to craft experiences that resonate deeply with players. We can’t wait for gamers to step into the world they’ve been building.”
Further information was not announced.