PlayStation Productions Boss Explains Why Horizon TV Series Was Canceled
Briefly

Sony's planned Netflix series for Horizon Zero Dawn has been canceled, as confirmed by PlayStation Productions chief Asad Qizilbash, due to creative issues. The studio now shifts focus to developing a movie adaptation. The announcement comes in the wake of workplace misconduct allegations against the show's original showrunner, Steve Blackman, which he denied. Alongside the Horizon film, a Helldivers adaptation is also in development. Voice actress Ashly Burch expressed concerns over AI technology's impact on game performance as an art form amid ongoing strikes by voice actors against major game publishers.
Asad Qizilbash explained that the Horizon series was canceled because it "just wasn't creatively going how we wanted to," leading to a reevaluation as a movie.
Sony is now developing a Horizon Zero Dawn movie alongside a Helldivers adaptation, though no team or cast is currently attached.
Voice actress Ashly Burch expressed concern about an AI-powered Aloy that could converse, highlighting her worries about game performance as an art form.
Burch's remarks come amidst a strike by voiceover actors against major video game publishers, indicating ongoing industry tensions.
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