Leak Hints At The Return Of An Underrated PlayStation Exclusive

A lot of great PlayStation exclusive games and franchises have been left in the past, but it looks like one that isn't often talked about might actually be returning. The PlayStation 4 and 5 have cemented a legacy with titles like , Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and, putting the focus on cinematic experiences and fluid gameplay. There's room for a wider breadth of exclusives, however, and bringing back some abandoned options could be the perfect way to diversify.

As noted by Reddit user Aggressive_Anteater6, a LinkedIn page for a vehicle handling designer indicates current employment at Lucid Games, which has previously been speculated to be working on a new game. Lucid has previously partnered with Sony for games like, and the handling designer's first credited experience is a brief stint testing a game.

That being said, the assumption that this confirms a game seems like a stretch, and Aggressive_Anteater6 also claims the possibility of a September reveal for, which was reported by to be canceled. Lucid Games is definitely working on something involving vehicles, but the idea that it's is a possibility rather than a certainty.

Aside from the more neutral portrayal of Calypso, Twisted Metal: Black's reimagined characters range from innocent victims to bloodthirsty monsters.

hasn't earned the place in history that other Sony racing titles like and have, but the series achieved consistently strong critical reviews during its six-year run that saw the release of five titles. was essentially confined to one generation, starting and ending on the PS3 and never re-appearing since.

Interestingly, the PSP spinoff also made it onto the PS2 in 2009, showcasing how impressive that system's extended lifespan was.

The series focuses on off-road racing in festival events, which seems like it would still play well in today's market. A new game might not be easy to market as a blockbuster title in the way of many PS5 games in 2024, but there's still a lot of broad appeal there, and