| shikamaru317 said: While Sony could get Capcom or Square, both would be pretty pricey, especially since they're both publicly traded, market cap on Square is like $7.6b right now, and stock prices would go up if there were rumors that Sony was looking to buy them out. It's more likely imo that Sony will aim to acquire some more AAA independent studios like Remedy or Bungie, and continue with timed moneyhat deals with publishers. |
After todays megaton I wouldn't be too sure.
Take Capcom for example, they have a treasure trove of IP's that can bolster the PS5, PS Now (especially with legacy IP) & maybe even Sony Pictures. They have like $30 billion cash on hand and can recoup that massive acquisition in many areas. Sony has even stated the importance of IP's going forward. I think they'll still acquire smaller studios, some VR studios, but MS has started an arms race, and with Amazon and Google around, one if not the most profitable division for Sony might be in danger of losing market share, and ultimately profit.
