"Managers had to calm workers and assure them that plans for the company’s next-generation console weren’t affected, said the people, asking not to be identified discussing private matters."
That sounds like sensationalism, to be honest. It doesn't make any sense. Why would a partnership to outsource servers have a negative impact on a console that is likely finalized and close to launch? To the point that anyone would need to be calmed down? And with everyone knowing how vital Playstation is to Sony? I don't buy it.