Jul 24, 2026GameSpot
Ex-PlayStation Head Wants AA Games Back: Can He Pull It Off
Former PlayStation head Shawn Layden is advocating for a return to the "AA" gaming era, reminiscent of the PS1 and PS2. He argues that current AAA development is unsustainable due to massive budgets and a focus on sequels, stifling creativity. Layden proposes a "publishing concern" to support mid-tier studios and shorter games for an older, time-poor audience.
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