Sony Removes 1,000 Shovelware Games from PlayStation Store in Surprise Move
In a surprising move, Sony has removed over 1,000 shovelware games from the PlayStation Store. This significant action targets games by ThiGames, a developer previously ranked fourth in terms of quantity on the platform.
Sweeping Changes to the PlayStation Store
As of this week’s removal, ThiGames has lost all its titles from the store, leaving only trophies earned from those games intact for players. This action follows a similar sweep that occurred last year, where Sony took down games from the developer Randomspin, known for questionable quality.
Details on ThiGames and Their Titles
ThiGames is recognized for creating low-quality games, which include quirky titles like:
- The Jumping Fries
- The Jumping Taco
- The Jumping Hot Dog
- The Jumping Soda
- The Jumping Taco TURBO
Such games typically feature simple trophy lists, allowing players to quickly unlock achievements and increase their trophy count. For instance, The Jumping Taco has straightforward challenges, such as “Jump x times.”
Community Reactions and Future Implications
Despite the absence of a formal statement from either Sony or ThiGames, players are left to speculate on these removals. The community may wonder whether this move could lead to further actions against other developers of shovelware games.
Sony’s ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of its game offerings could lead to a cleaner and more reputable PlayStation Store. The question remains: will more developers face scrutiny similar to that experienced by ThiGames and Randomspin?
