Ternox Games, the developer behind the anime-inspired stock market simulator Stonks-9800, announced on August 17, 2026, that Sony has unilaterally terminated its PlayStation developer and publisher agreement. The developer stated that no reason was provided for the decision and that inquiries to PlayStation Support have gone unanswered.
Impact on Stonks-9800 and Existing Titles
The termination has immediate consequences for the studio's presence on Sony platforms. The planned PlayStation 5 version of Stonks-9800 is canceled, and the 13 existing titles from Ternox currently available on the PlayStation Store are scheduled for removal after August 23, 2026.
Stonks-9800, which currently holds a 97% positive rating from over 1,380 reviews on Steam, was expected to expand the studio's reach to console users. Following the loss of the PlayStation release, the developer has stated it will focus its efforts on physical releases for PC and Nintendo Switch.
Player and Industry Context
The removal of these titles affects any players who rely on the PlayStation ecosystem for their library. While the developer has not provided a cause for the termination, the situation highlights the vulnerability of independent studios to unilateral platform decisions. For those interested in the title, the developer's shift toward prioritizing PC and Switch physical distribution serves as the primary alternative for future access to their catalog.