Concord: Sony’s latest game to go offline. Here’s why

Sony has decided to take its recently launched online shooter, Concord, offline. The game, which was released exclusively for PlayStation 5 and PC, faced challenges in attracting players. It led to this decision just two weeks after its launch.

Concord to Go Offline

Sony launched Concord, a multiplayer online shooter, on August 23, exclusively for PlayStation 5 and PC. Despite the anticipation, the game struggled to capture a substantial player base. Sony announced that Concord would be taken offline on September 6. This decision was shared by Ryan Ellis, the game director at Firewalk Studios, through a blog post on Sony's website.

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What is the problem?

Concord, classified as a hero shooter, was expected to compete with popular titles like Overwatch and Valorant. In the game, players form teams with characters possessing unique abilities. However, the game faced difficulties in attracting players, with its highest concurrent users peaking at 660, as reported by SteamDB.

Buyers to Get Refund

As part of the announcement, Ellis assured that those who purchased the game for £40 would receive full refunds. This decision was made while the development team evaluated the best course of action for the game’s future. The game was taken offline to allow the developers time to determine how to better reach their players in the future.

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Development

Concord was reportedly in development for eight years. Despite the long development period, the game received mixed reviews. Critics praised the graphics and solid gameplay but noted that Concord failed to offer a fresh take on the hero shooter genre.

Future

Ellis emphasized that the team had been listening to player feedback closely. He acknowledged that while certain aspects of the game resonated with players, other elements did not meet expectations. Ellis expressed gratitude to the players who supported the game.

FAQs:

Why did Sony take Concord offline?
Concord was taken offline because it struggled to attract players, and the developers are assessing how to better connect with the audience in the future.

Will players receive refunds for Concord?
Yes, players who purchased Concord will receive full refunds while the development team evaluates the game's future direction.