Killzone: 13 Years Later, Sony's 'Halo Killer' Is Finally Coming Back (Report)
Thirteen years of radio silence, multiplayer servers shut down in 2022, and a studio fully devoted to Horizon. It looked like PlayStation had closed the book on Killzone for good. That is, until today’s report from MP1st, which could change everything.
Since Killzone: Shadow Fall launched alongside the PS4 in 2013, Sony’s once-hyped ‘Halo killer’ FPS franchise had all but vanished. Guerrilla Games poured all its energy into the Horizon universe, and fans shelved their hopes. But according to MP1st—a site known for reliable PlayStation leaks—a new Killzone project is in the very early stages of development, with help from an external studio that could be People Can Fly. Despite the recent wave of long-awaited sequels, Sony hasn’t commented on these reports.
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A new Killzone project just getting started, according to multiple sources
MP1st broke the news this morning in an exclusive report. Citing “people familiar with the situation,” the specialist outlet claims that Guerrilla Games is working with an external studio on a remaster or remake of Killzone. The project is said to be in its infancy, and MP1st says it has confirmed the info with several sources. As for which entry is getting the treatment, the site notes that “common sense points to the original 2004 game as the most likely pick,” though sources haven’t specified a title.
[Exclusive Report]: A new Killzone project is in very early stages of production. Read our report: https://t.co/yVrzzvoK0s pic.twitter.com/ctGcLKTbnz
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Let’s not forget: the original Killzone already got a pretty barebones remaster on PS3 in 2012 as part of the Killzone Trilogy—upscaled to 720p with trophy support. A full-blown remake would be a whole different beast. MP1st also mentions that there are “whispers” about a possible full reboot, though the remaster/remake route seems most likely for now. With high-quality remasters making waves lately—thanks to recent technical leaps—a polished return for the 2004 FPS could be a real crowd-pleaser.
People Can Fly in the mix? The ‘Project Delta’ deal raises questions
The external studio’s identity isn’t set in stone, but here’s a key detail: in March 2025, PlayStation and People Can Fly officially signed a deal to co-develop a game codenamed “Delta”, based on an existing PlayStation IP. This contract is public and confirmed. That’s where MP1st starts connecting the dots. The site says “what they’ve heard strongly points to People Can Fly,” though they admit there’s no “definitive confirmation.”
The Polish studio’s pedigree fits the bill for a fast-paced FPS. People Can Fly co-developed several Gears of War entries with Epic Games, delivered the explosive Bulletstorm, and released Outriders in 2021. Their big-budget shooter chops are well established. With multiple projects in the works—including a partnership with 2K on another franchise—handing a Killzone remaster or remake to PCF would let Guerrilla stay focused on Horizon without abandoning its legacy series. Here’s what we know about the project so far:
- The game would be a remaster or remake, most likely of the original 2004 Killzone
- People Can Fly would be the lead developer, with Guerrilla overseeing the project
- A full reboot has reportedly been discussed internally, but isn’t the main direction
- Development is still in its earliest phase, so any timeline is up in the air
Horizon Hunters Gathering rebooted: Killzone takes a back seat
MP1st’s report also reveals some internal shakeups at Guerrilla. Horizon Hunters Gathering, the multiplayer spin-off currently in development, was reportedly rebooted after negative feedback from a recent beta. The outlet explains that “this Killzone project was supposed to be Guerrilla’s next priority after Hunters Gathering, with part of the team already assigned, but fixing that game is now the studio’s main focus.” The direct result: the new Killzone is temporarily on the back burner—even though, ironically, it could still launch before a hypothetical Horizon 3. MP1st notes that “things are changing” and priorities could shift again, given how early the project is—some even speculate it could become a PS6 launch title if development drags on.
Should we believe it? MP1st has a solid track record with PlayStation leaks, having revealed several Sony projects ahead of their official announcements. The confirmed ‘Project Delta’ deal between PlayStation and People Can Fly is a concrete clue that adds weight to the report. Still, the outlet admits there’s no final confirmation on PCF’s involvement, and the project is so early that nothing is set in stone. Sony, for its part, hasn’t commented at all on the news.
If this project is real, an official announcement is likely a long way off. A future State of Play or the Game Awards could be possible reveal windows—assuming the turbulence around Horizon Hunters Gathering doesn’t shake things up at Guerrilla yet again.
