People Can Fly, the studio behind titles like Outriders and Bulletstorm, has officially announced a new partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment. The Polish developer will create a prototype for a new game, codenamed “Project Delta,” which is based on an existing intellectual property owned by Sony. The deal is structured as a work-for-hire agreement, placing Sony firmly in the publisher’s seat.
Details of the Work-for-Hire Agreement
The partnership operates on a work-for-hire basis. This means People Can Fly acts as the contracted developer tasked with building the game prototype, while Sony Interactive Entertainment retains full ownership of the IP and will serve as the publisher.
In exchange for its development services, People Can Fly will receive a predetermined payment from Sony. The companies have stated that the contract follows standard industry practices for these types of collaborations, indicating a structured and traditional development process without any unusual provisions.
This arrangement ensures Sony maintains creative control while leveraging the specialized skills of an experienced external studio.
What We Know About the Mysterious ‘Project Delta’
Currently, both Sony and People Can Fly are keeping specific details about “Project Delta” a secret. Information regarding the game’s genre, gameplay mechanics, or potential release window has not been revealed, leading to widespread speculation among gamers.
Given People Can Fly’s background, many believe the project could be a shooter or action title. The possibilities are broad, but community theories generally fall into two main camps:
- The project could be a new installment or a spin-off of a well-known PlayStation franchise.
- Alternatively, it could be a brand-new IP intended to strengthen Sony’s lineup of exclusive games.
Until an official announcement is made, the true nature of “Project Delta” remains a mystery.
People Can Fly’s History with Major Publishers
People Can Fly is no stranger to working on high-profile projects with industry giants. The studio has a strong portfolio that demonstrates its capability to handle major titles. Their recent collaboration with Microsoft on “Project Maverick,” which was revealed to be Gears of War: E-Day, highlights their role as a trusted co-development partner.
This raises a key question about their involvement with Sony: will they be the lead developer on “Project Delta” or provide support as a co-developer? Their past work includes both lead and support roles, making either scenario plausible.
The studio’s track record includes developing original IPs like Outriders and contributing to established franchises like Gears of War.
| Project Codename | Publisher | Confirmed Title / Status |
| Project Delta | Sony Interactive Entertainment | In Prototype Development |
| Project Maverick | Microsoft (Xbox Game Studios) | Gears of War: E-Day |
| Outriders | Square Enix | Released |
A Growing Trend for PlayStation Studios
Sony’s decision to partner with People Can Fly is part of a larger industry trend where major publishers outsource development to skilled third-party studios. While PlayStation Studios continues to produce acclaimed titles in-house, these external collaborations allow Sony to expand and diversify its game catalog.
By working with external teams, Sony can explore new genres and ideas while ensuring a consistent flow of new releases for its platform. This strategy helps manage the workload of its internal studios and brings fresh perspectives to its portfolio.
With “Project Delta” in its earliest stages, fans will have to wait for more concrete information. However, the partnership confirms that the project is being handled by a studio with a proven history of delivering high-quality action games.
