ソニーはBungie買収に関連し、およそ7億6500万ドルの減損損失を当会計年度に計上するという大きな財務的打撃を受けた。この損失は、「Destiny 2」の業績不振および新作のエクストラクションシューター「Marathon」の低迷に起因している。
ソニーの最高財務責任者（CFO）である林濤氏は決算説明会において、Bungieのタイトルポートフォリオが期待を下回ったと述べた。これにより、のれん代を除く固定資産の全額減損が行われ、当初の買収額36億ドルに対する減損総額は7億6500万ドルに達した。3月5日にリリースされた「Marathon」は、Metacriticで82点のスコアを獲得し、Steamでも90%以上の好評を得るなど高い評価を受けた。しかし、Steamにおける同時接続ユーザー数は1万から1万5000人程度と低迷が続いている。
ユーザーからは、ソニーによるBungieへの7億6500万ドルの減損計上に対し、失望の声やネットミームによる反応が上がっている。「Marathon」のエンゲージメントの低さや「Destiny 2」の衰退を指摘する意見がある一方で、MetacriticのスコアやSteamの評価、そしてソニーの継続的なサポート姿勢を根拠に同作を擁護する声もある。また、減損の主因は「Destiny」のマネタイズの問題にあるのではないかといった疑問や、すべての責任を「Marathon」に帰することへの疑念も示されている。
ITS OVER MARA-BROS.
— Smash JT (@SmashJT) 2026年5月8日
Marathon DESTROYED Bungie: Sony Reveals SURREAL $765M Loss
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Marathon Wellness Check: Day 64
— ♡ Polish Tamales ♡ (@PolishTamales) 2026年5月8日
Nearly 15 hours after Sony’s Q4 earnings, Bungie has made no public statements.
Sony reported a $765M impairment loss on Bungie, contributing to a 41.6% drop in Game & Network operating income.
As of Friday 3PM the game had 12,067 concurrent… pic.twitter.com/e6WITm2Lh3
O CFO da Sony, Lin Tao, confirmou suporte contínuo a Marathon, que tem 82 no Metacritic e mais de 90% de avaliações positivas na Steam, apesar de impairment da Bungie. pic.twitter.com/jrC2fQcd42
— JAPAH (@japahttv) 2026年5月9日
I think Sony isn’t mad about marathon because it’s a potential man rn and if we completely removed the game from the variable, the broke nigga alert sirens would still be blaring at Bungie HQ (This isn’t to say the game isn’t contributing to the impairment losses)
— QuaZaR (@QuaZaR_2) 2026年5月8日
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One day after Bungie's sci-fi extraction shooter Marathon launched on March 5, 2026, Steam concurrent players peaked near 90,000 but fell over 50% within 24 hours, fueling community concerns. Criticism targeted the $10 premium battle pass and store prices, alongside day-one exploits and delays, though artist Fern 'Antireal' Hook is now credited.
Bungie's Marathon extraction shooter reportedly cost over $200 million to develop, with sources indicating the figure likely exceeds $250 million excluding post-launch expenses. Steam player numbers have fallen 68 percent from launch peaks, yet team morale at the studio remains strong. Developers have affirmed commitment to the game's long-term support.
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Video game analyst Rhys Elliott of Alinea Analytics estimates that Bungie's Marathon has sold around 1.2 million copies worldwide, generating $55 million in revenue excluding microtransactions. Steam accounts for the majority of sales at 800,000 copies, far ahead of PlayStation 5's 217,000 and Xbox Series X/S's 133,000. The game retains about 380,000 daily active users despite some early player drop-off.
Bungie has outlined its long-term story vision for the live-service extraction shooter Marathon, with creative director Julia Nardin emphasizing player influence and ensuring every season serves as an entry point for new players. Season 2 launches in early June amid positive updates and review praise.
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Following its launch, Bungie's Marathon Server Slam beta has drawn massive interest, peaking at 143,621 concurrent players on Steam in its first 24 hours. The free cross-platform test, running until March 2 ahead of the March 5 release, continues to highlight strong gunplay amid divided aesthetic opinions.
Sony Interactive Entertainment is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the studio behind acclaimed PlayStation remakes, just five years after acquiring it. The closure, announced in an internal memo from co-CEO Hermen Hulst, cites rising development costs and industry challenges. The Texas-based team, known for Demon’s Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, will cease operations next month.
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Microsoft's Xbox hardware revenue fell 33 percent year-on-year in Q3 FY2026, despite overall company revenue rising 18 percent to $82.9 billion. Gaming revenue declined seven percent, prompting Xbox leaders to pledge renewed focus on core fans. The firm recently cut Game Pass prices in response to customer feedback.