In a new report that has stirred some concern, an upcoming PlayStation exclusive might be in dire straits. While PlayStation exclusives have a long tradition of being highly anticipated and delivering quality experiences, this one seems to be running into some roadblocks. According to the report, things may not be going as smoothly as expected for Fairgames, aka Project Hearts, an upcoming live-service title.
The PlayStation exclusive game, which was initially slated to be a major selling point for the platform, is facing some internal struggles that could delay its launch or even impact its final quality. Developers have reportedly encountered some technical hurdles, with Last Stand Media’s paywalled Sacred Symbols podcast mentioning the project’s “extremely tight” schedule as a potential issue. The pressure on developers to deliver a polished experience is mounting, with increasing deadlines only adding to the uncertainty.
Some of the challenges are tied to the scope of Project Hearts itself. The game was intended to set new standards for PlayStation exclusives, but with the bar being set so high, it seems that some of the features originally promised are now in doubt. PlayStation exclusive releases are infamous for having lofty goals, and the weight of those expectations can be tough to meet, even for experienced studios.
Some of the game’s core mechanics are not yet fully fleshed out. There is a feeling of uncertainty surrounding the game’s release date, with many wondering if the title will suffer delays, if it even comes out at all. There is always a possibility it will be stuck in development hell.
PlayStation’s run of making live service games hasn’t been ideal since the legendary flop that was the shooter Concord. After spending millions of dollars and roughly 8 years, the game’s servers went offline within a week. And it might be possible that Sony’s wish to expand its live-service offerings might be in jeopardy.
