Sony CFO Hiroki Totoki stated that the independence of Destiny developer Bungie will gradually diminish, with the studio eventually being integrated into PlayStation Studios in the long run.

During a Q&A session at Sony’s earnings call on the 8th, CFO Hiroki Totoki addressed questions regarding the company's current live-service portfolio, sharing insights into the future outlook for Bungie, a key player in Sony’s online gaming strategy.

Totoki acknowledged the hurdles faced during the aggressive pivot to live services that began in 2022, including the commercial flop of Concord and the delayed launch of Marathon. CFO Totoki noted, "The transition to live-service games hasn't been entirely smooth, but looking at the five-year horizon, there has been a clear shift."

In 2022, former CEO Jim Ryan announced a pivot toward live-service titles, leading to a restructuring of existing studio priorities and the acquisition of Bungie. CFO Totoki remarked, "Previously, PlayStation Studios lacked live-service titles, but now we have Destiny, Helldivers 2, Gran Turismo 7, and MLB, all of which are contributing stable revenue and profit."

A sentiment hinting at the erosion of Bungie's autonomy also emerged. CFO Totoki stated, "At the time of the acquisition, we provided Bungie with an independent environment, but following last year's restructuring, that independence has gradually weakened," adding, "In the long run, Bungie will become a part of PlayStation Studios."

Regarding Marathon, which faced a release delay this past June due to art theft concerns and quality issues, CFO Totoki indicated that a launch is expected within the current fiscal year (ending March 2026), though it remains unconfirmed as the team continues to address outstanding issues. Further details are slated for an update this autumn.