Overview

A new first-party PlayStation game, currently code-named Gummy Bears, is in development and is said to draw significant inspiration from the Super Smash Bros. series. This report details not only the game’s mechanics but also the studio’s focus on capturing a younger audience.

Key Points

• Gummy Bears may adopt a percentage-based damage system akin to that used in Super Smash Bros., eliminating traditional health bars.
• The game’s development has reportedly transitioned to a new studio following Bungie’s reduction in staff, maintaining development since at least 2022.
• The aesthetic of the game is described as cozy and vibrant, targeting a demographic that differs from past Bungie offerings.

Summary of Sustainability

As a core part of PlayStation Studios’ future within the live-service gaming space, Gummy Bears stands as a strategic project aiming to evolve the franchise while retaining previous successes.