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Sony Closes Firewalk Studios and Discontinues Concord
Sony has made the decision to permanently discontinue Concord, along with shutting down the studio responsible for its development, Firewalk Studios. The servers for Concord were taken offline shortly after the game’s release due to disappointing sales performance.
Following these challenges, Ryan Ellis, the game director at Firewalk, opted to transition into a more supportive role within the company. Sony had previously indicated that it would evaluate its options regarding Concord, but it has now reached a conclusion.
“After careful consideration, we have concluded that the most appropriate course of action is to officially retire the game and close down the studio,” stated Hermen Hulst from Sony Interactive Entertainment’s Studio Business Group in a recent announcement. “I extend my gratitude to everyone at Firewalk for their exceptional craftsmanship, innovative spirit, and unwavering commitment.”
This news marks a significant shift in Sony’s gaming strategy as they continue to assess their portfolio of titles and studios. The closure of Firewalk Studios serves as a reminder of how competitive and challenging the gaming industry can be.
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