David Jaffe is no longer a part of the internal workings at Sony Computer Entertainment America. 1UP confirmed with multiple sources that Jaffe is currently working with Incognito Entertainment head Scott Campbell on the formation of a new studio to be based out of Utah.
When asked, SCEA would not comment on the so far unannounced change. "We have made no announcements regarding any change in David Jaffe's relationship with Sony Computer Entertainment," said a company spokesperson. Jaffe himself also has not yet responded to repeated requests for comment, since he started teasing the new studio on his personal blog.
What happens to Incognito? The company is flying high on the positive buzz surrounding online-centric Warhawk and is unlikely to be affected by the shift. Jaffe has traveled back and forth between Incognito and his San Diego headquarters over the development of a number of Incognito-based games, including the recent PlayStation Network release Calling All Cars. Jaffe is expected to continue the relationship.
We hope to hear more on this new studio shortly, so stay tuned.
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dont ban me
News organizations don't rely on anonymous sources?Originally Posted by AltogetherAndrews
And since when does one confirm things through unofficial sources?
When those sources don't go on record.Originally Posted by AltogetherAndrews
So he's not part of SCEA, but he's expected to continue working with SCEA? And since when does one confirm things through unofficial sources?
It's a pretty common practice.
I was SURE AS HELL that someone would have said this.Originally Posted by thekad
Can't wait for his Wii game :lol
dont ban me
I'm sure NeoGAF is where he wants to make his official announcement.Originally Posted by Manmademan
doesn't he post around here? Someone should ask him personally
-With Sony?Originally Posted by 1up
Jaffe is expected to continue the relationship.
-With Incognito?
-With Cory?
-???
Originally Posted by squicken
Why do people doubt Doom_Bringer? He's GAF's ultimate insider ;)
No one really doubted that Jaffe was forming his own studio, I think it was DB's trolling that got him banned.
"inside'r"? That's his sister!Originally Posted by squicken
Why do people doubt Doom_Bringer? He's GAF's ultimate insider ;)
Am I far from the correct answer?
Right, but then one sure as hell does not start off an article with a definitive statement, and one should likely not use terms such as "confirmed" at all. The blog mentality is really getting too strong of a grip on supposed gaming "journalism".Originally Posted by LukeSmith
When those sources don't go on record.
It's a pretty common practice.
Is he?Originally Posted by AltogetherAndrews
So he's not part of SCEA, but he's expected to continue working with SCEA? And since when does one confirm things through unofficial sources?
That seems to be a proper assessment of the situation as we know it.Originally Posted by Ynos Yrros
So, he left SCEA, moving from San Diego to Incognito, moving again with his partner, to create new studio, that will work with SCEA.
Am I far from the correct answer?
I know if I were him, I'd want my next "Kratos" to belong to me, IP-wise.
http://stupidgamer.com/2007/05/15/in...to-split-ways/
That was back on May 15, by the way.
ew!Originally Posted by Segata Sanshiro
"inside'r"? That's his sister!
May 15? Your sources are slooooow.Originally Posted by Jeff-DSA
I took so much crap for reporting this. You should have seen the hate mail...
http://stupidgamer.com/2007/05/15/in...to-split-ways/
That was back on May 15, by the way.
So is D_B being brought back for E3? hahaahhaahaOriginally Posted by bigfatgameguy
No one really doubted that Jaffe was forming his own studio, I think it was DB's trolling that got him banned.
This right here deserves the loudest rimshot in the history of GAFOriginally Posted by Segata Sanshiro
"inside'r"? That's his sister!
And I really hope they get the rights from Sony to revive Jet Moto, I believe Scott Campbell was on the team that made the original two and Jaffe just knows how to make dang fun games
Originally Posted by Segata Sanshiro
That seems to be a proper assessment of the situation as we know it.
I know if I were him, I'd want my next "Kratos" to belong to me, IP-wise.
I wouldnt be surprised if SCEA is putting up some seed money. Sony would be stupid to let Jaffe start making potential blockbusters for other companies.
Hey, I was called a liar by literally thousands of people when I reported this. The outcome is actually a little different than I was told it would be, but it's pretty close. Just once in a while, vindication feels good though. :lolOriginally Posted by AltogetherAndrews
May 15? Your sources are slooooow.
EDIT: My sources are actually within the company. I held off saying anything to keep people from getting fired or reprimanded. I didn't really care for the exclusive report or anything.
David
edit: 1up got pwned.
/topicOriginally Posted by davidjaffe
I can promise you guys I am still part of SCEA...I just got a paycheck from them! I am still 100% a Sony employee and unless I got fired today and they didn't tell me, I'm still working for them. Also, I love working with the guys at Incog and hope to work with them for a long, long time but I sure as shit ain't moving to Utah...nice as it is, I don't think I could live there long term and I don't think the good people of Utah would want me to :)
David
1up owned
Well now this should be interestingOriginally Posted by davidjaffe
I can promise you guys I am still part of SCEA...I just got a paycheck from them! I am still 100% a Sony employee and unless I got fired today and they didn't tell me, I'm still working for them. Also, I love working with the guys at Incog and hope to work with them for a long, long time but I sure as shit ain't moving to Utah...nice as it is, I don't think I could live there long term and I don't think the good people of Utah would want me to :)
David
Heh, I wouldn't mine having you around.Originally Posted by davidjaffe
I can promise you guys I am still part of SCEA...I just got a paycheck from them! I am still 100% a Sony employee and unless I got fired today and they didn't tell me, I'm still working for them. Also, I love working with the guys at Incog and hope to work with them for a long, long time but I sure as shit ain't moving to Utah...nice as it is, I don't think I could live there long term and I don't think the good people of Utah would want me to :)
David
How is Jaffe(Sony) and Scott(Incog) forming their own studio the same as Sony and Incog splitting ways. When Jason Rubin and Andy Gavin left Naughty Dog, did Sony split ways with Naughty Dog???noOriginally Posted by Jeff-DSA
I took so much crap for reporting this. You should have seen the hate mail...
http://stupidgamer.com/2007/05/15/in...to-split-ways/
That was back on May 15, by the way.
somebody change the threadtitle to make fun of 1up plzOriginally Posted by davidjaffe
I can promise you guys I am still part of SCEA...I just got a paycheck from them! I am still 100% a Sony employee and unless I got fired today and they didn't tell me, I'm still working for them. Also, I love working with the guys at Incog and hope to work with them for a long, long time but I sure as shit ain't moving to Utah...nice as it is, I don't think I could live there long term and I don't think the good people of Utah would want me to :)
David
Pure ******* styleOriginally Posted by freeza
1up allways has to put just a lil spin in all the articles :lol
Originally Posted by davidjaffe
I can promise you guys I am still part of SCEA...I just got a paycheck from them! I am still 100% a Sony employee and unless I got fired today and they didn't tell me, I'm still working for them. Also, I love working with the guys at Incog and hope to work with them for a long, long time but I sure as shit ain't moving to Utah...nice as it is, I don't think I could live there long term and I don't think the good people of Utah would want me to :)
David
Well, 2 weeks ago..
I got a paycheck from my job....which I quit 4 months ago! :D
:lol
Nothing but Spin from Patrik Klepek check out some of his other articles.Originally Posted by freeza
1up allways has to put just a lil spin in all the articles :lol
QFT.Originally Posted by bud
somebody change the threadtitle to make fun of 1up plz
Oh no wonder, has this guy done a single article regarding Sony without adding his personal wit or spin?Nothing but Spin from Patrik Klepek check out some of his other articles.
I want the initial Killzone 2 reveal impressions D_B clean please, just for a few days. ;)Originally Posted by InterMoniker
So is D_B being brought back for E3? hahaahhaaha
:lol :lol touchéOriginally Posted by Ynos Yrros
1UP.com - Your home for made up news ...

you're looking good these days, David.
Originally Posted by davidjaffe
I can promise you guys I am still part of SCEA...I just got a paycheck from them! I am still 100% a Sony employee and unless I got fired today and they didn't tell me, I'm still working for them. Also, I love working with the guys at Incog and hope to work with them for a long, long time but I sure as shit ain't moving to Utah...nice as it is, I don't think I could live there long term and I don't think the good people of Utah would want me to :)
David
:lol @ 1up
Btw, thanks a lot for calling all cars. It was a pain to wait for it for such a long time here in Europe (yeah I know, you probably have nothing to do with that xD), but it's an excellent game.
If you want to dedicate your work to PSN games now, no problem just go on and make some great titles like this one.
Cheers
Waffle status: Roffling.Originally Posted by davidjaffe
I can promise you guys I am still part of SCEA...I just got a paycheck from them! I am still 100% a Sony employee and unless I got fired today and they didn't tell me, I'm still working for them. Also, I love working with the guys at Incog and hope to work with them for a long, long time but I sure as shit ain't moving to Utah...nice as it is, I don't think I could live there long term and I don't think the good people of Utah would want me to :)
David
1Up owned, etc.