PlayStation's Mobile Developer Savage Game Studios Rebrands as Neon Koi Amid Executive Departures
The rebranding follows a shift in the company's focus towards creating action games with epic stories, despite Sony's recent curbing of its live service plans.
- Savage Game Studios, a mobile game developer acquired by PlayStation in 2022, has rebranded to Neon Koi.
- The rebranding comes after several key executives, including CEO Michail Katkoff, mobile VP Nicola Sebastiani, and GM Sophie Ko, left the company.
- The company's new mission statement indicates a focus on creating action games with epic stories.
- The rebranding and shift in focus follow Sony Interactive Entertainment's curbing back of its previously announced live service plans.
- Despite the changes, there is no mention of mobile games on Neon Koi's website, except for a job listing.