September 4th 2024.
The highly anticipated game, Fairgame$, is still without a release date. Despite the recent failure of Concord, Sony is not giving up on live service games just yet. In fact, the company is actively working on creating more original IP to add to their roster.
Unfortunately, Concord will be remembered as a major disappointment for Sony, as their attempts to create a successful live service game fell short. However, this setback has not deterred them from continuing to develop similar projects. One such project is a reboot of the popular game Marathon, currently being worked on by Bungie. However, with recent studio layoffs, the future of this game is uncertain. Other known projects include a multiplayer game based on the hit game Horizon and Fairgame$ - a heist-themed shooter from Jade Raymond's Haven Studios.
Despite the recent announcement of the shutdown of Concord, there were rumors circulating that Fairgame$ was receiving positive internal responses. This suggests that Sony is not giving up on live service games just yet. In a recent podcast, GamesIndustry.biz's Christopher Dring mentioned that he had heard good things about Jade Raymond's game, possibly referring to Fairgame$. He also stated that while some may have doubts about the game's trailer, the internal chatter about it is very positive. It seems that Sony is still focusing on and supporting the projects that they believe will be successful.
However, it's no secret that Concord's failure in terms of player numbers has caused Sony to reevaluate their plans for live service games. Last year, Sony announced their intention to reduce the number of live service games they release by the end of the 2025 fiscal year. Instead of their initial plan of launching more than 10 live service games, they now plan to release only six online multiplayer games by the end of March 2026. Despite this reduction, Sony still has a total of 12 live service games in the works. They are currently reviewing these projects to ensure that they will have a lasting impact and be well-received by players. However, it's worth noting that these comments were made before the announcement of Concord's shutdown.
It's unclear if Sony's plans have changed in light of Concord's failings, but they have recently expressed their focus on creating more original IP. In an interview with the Financial Times, Sony Interactive Entertainment president Hiroki Totoki mentioned their desire to be more involved in the early stages of creating and expanding upon their IP. He stated that they currently lack a strong foundation for their IP and it has become a concern for the company. As a result, Sony is now shifting towards producing more original content.
This shift in focus towards original content may explain why Concord is being featured in the upcoming Amazon TV show, Secret Level. This show will feature various video game franchises from different companies, and Sony is also working on a TV show based on the game Twisted Metal, as well as plans for God of War. It's clear that Sony is determined to grow their IP and capitalize on their new and existing properties.
With projects like Fairgame$ and Marathon already in development, it's unlikely that Sony will suddenly cancel them after the failure of Concord. While it may seem wasteful, the low success rate of live service games leaves publishers with little choice but to continue creating and hoping for a hit. It's uncertain if Concord will ever make a return, but fans can stay updated by signing up for newsletters, following social media accounts, and leaving comments.
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