With PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan talking openly about acquisitions, a new job listing for M&A Program Manager seems to hint that SIE may have already or is in the process of acquiring new studios.
Link: https://boards.greenhouse.io/sonyinteractiveentertainmentplaystation/jobs/1725873
Sony PlayStation is looking for an M&A Program Manager with 2-3 years' of relevant corporate experience for a 6-9 month contract position. The M&A Program Manager will support the company in the due diligence process and put together project timelines to ensure that all acquisition integration activities are on track.
Link: https://boards.greenhouse.io/sonyinteractiveentertainmentplaystation/jobs/1725873