Anonymous sources describe an unannounced social-sim project echoing earlier reports of an open-world new IP from the LittleBigPlanet studio.
Gaming outlet MP1st reported on September 16, 2026, that Media Molecule, the UK-based Sony Interactive Entertainment studio behind LittleBigPlanet, Tearaway and Dreams, is developing a new, unannounced social-simulation game that sources familiar with the project say is planned to be revealed and released in 2027. The report, based on unnamed sources, was not confirmed by Media Molecule or Sony as of publication.
Details From MP1st's Sources
According to MP1st, the untitled project is described as a 'social-simulation-type' game inspired by Animal Crossing and Harvest Moon, suggesting an emphasis on social interaction, relationship-building and everyday activities such as farming or collecting. MP1st's sources said the game is 'not a GaaS title,' though the outlet noted it would not be surprising if some live-service-style elements, such as updates or events, were included. The report stressed that a 2027 release could still slip, but that sources expressed confidence the game would at least be revealed next year. No title, platform, or gameplay specifics were disclosed. IGN republished the claims on the same day, attributing them directly to MP1st, while Portuguese outlet GameVicio also covered the report.
Earlier Reports and Unconfirmed Timeline
The September report builds on earlier MP1st coverage from May 2026, which cited the online resume of a senior environment designer employed at Media Molecule since April 2025. That resume referenced work on an 'unannounced project, new IP' involving 'open-world content,' level blocking of points of interest, forage design and scripting of gameplay elements — details echoed by outlets including IGN, VGC, TheGamer, Push Square, Gameranx and CGMagOnline. Media Molecule has previously confirmed publicly that it is developing a new IP following the end of Dreams support, with former creative director Mark Healey stating the project would be 'more of a game' than a creative tool. Job listings and contract lengths analyzed by GamingBolt and Reddit users have pointed to a possible late 2026 to early 2027 launch window, aligning broadly with MP1st's new claims. As of publication, neither Media Molecule nor Sony has issued an official statement confirming the game's genre, title or release date, and all specifics remain unverified rumor pending an official announcement.
