GDC07: PS3 LocoRoco Coming?

At this week's Game Developer Conference, Sony dropped some not-so-subtle hints about the future of the LocoRoco franchise. While the PSP version was a very minor hit, Sony remains committed to the series and it should come as no surprise that they'll continue with more hypercute blobby platforming.

So what's in store for the next LocoRoco? Don't be surprised if it turns out to be a PLAYSTATION 3 title. As everyone and their mother noticed, during the PlayStation Home Hall of Fame demonstration, the only game not already confirmed for the PS3 to be represented by a trophy was, of course, LocoRoco.

On top of that, series creator Tsutomu Kouno, after doubly confirming a sequel, said during yesterday's GDC snoozefest session "I would like to use a new way of playing the game for the next version of LocoRoco." But after refusing to confirm on what platform it would appear, added "I'm not going to betray your expectations." Good enough to say "confirmed"? No. Good enough for a Kotaku rumor with a question marked title? You bet.

We'll put a fiver on LocoRoco HD showing up in the PlayStation Store with SIXAXIS motion control this year. Any takers? (Please note that bets will not be honored.) Michael McWhertor