Summary
- A PlayStation studio, taking over development from Bungie, is creating a mysterious game code-named Gummy Bears.
- This MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) uniquely incorporates a percentage-based damage system, similar to Super Smash Bros., replacing traditional health bars.
- Gummy Bears, in development since at least 2020, is designed for a younger audience than previous Bungie titles and is still several years from release.
A PlayStation first-party game, codenamed Gummy Bears, is reportedly drawing inspiration from the Super Smash Bros. series. This revelation, along with other details about the project, emerged recently.
Initial reports of Gummy Bears surfaced in August 2023, describing a MOBA under development at Bungie. Following Bungie's 2024 announcement of layoffs and the integration of 155 employees into Sony Interactive Entertainment, a new PlayStation studio has reportedly formed, taking over Gummy Bears' development. This new studio, comprised of approximately 40 employees, is believed to be responsible for the game's continued development. While the release date remains years away, specifics regarding the current development stage are unavailable. However, new information suggests the MOBA will incorporate a unique combat system.
Gummy Bears' Unique Damage System
Instead of health bars, Gummy Bears reportedly uses a percentage-based damage system. Higher damage percentages result in further knockback, potentially even knocking characters off the map—a mechanic strongly reminiscent of Super Smash Bros.
The game will feature three standard MOBA character classes: Attack, Defense, and Support, along with multiple game modes. The game's aesthetic is described as cozy, vibrant, and "lo-fi," a stark contrast to Bungie's previous work. This stylistic choice aims to differentiate Gummy Bears and attract a younger player base.
Having begun development at Bungie in 2020, Gummy Bears has undergone a developer transition. The establishment of a new PlayStation studio in Los Angeles aligns with this shift, suggesting this studio is the one now developing the game.
