According to reports, Guerrilla Games’ next major project is reportedly Horizon Online, a multiplayer live service game set in the Horizon universe, rather than a third single-player entry in the series. This indicates Sony’s continued commitment to live service games despite recent setbacks.

Horizon Online’s Multiplayer Ambitions

Horizon Online aims to expand the franchise’s beloved world into a cooperative multiplayer experience. The game is expected to feature updated versions of iconic machines from previous titles, as well as introduce new mechanical beasts designed specifically for multiplayer encounters

1. Players will likely team up to take down colossal machines and complete challenging quests together, potentially introducing larger-scale enemies than seen in the single-player games2.While specific gameplay details remain under wraps, job listings have hinted at “cooperative and replayable multiplayer combat experiences” and “spectacular, challenging and memorable” machine enemies designed for group play

1. The project seems to emphasize cooperation over competition, suggesting a focus on PvE content rather than PvP battles

1. However, the game’s exact format – whether a full MMORPG or a more focused cooperative experience – remains a subject of speculation within the gaming community3.