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The UK House of Lords discussed the need for stronger consumer protections for gamers, citing the quick shutdown of the game Concord as an example, and emphasizing the importance of transparency about game longevity and functionality, although current laws like the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 are seen as insufficient to address issues like game shutdowns.
A year after its release, Sony's Concord is considered the worst video game launch of all time due to its disastrous player count, massive financial loss, and quick shutdown, marking a significant failure in the industry and raising questions about Sony's judgment in its live-service game strategy.
A commemorative plaque celebrating the release of the game Concord, given to developer Chelsea Grace, is being auctioned at a Goodwill store in the US, with bids reaching over $2,500. The plaque marks the game's launch in August 2024, but the game was later pulled by Sony due to poor reception, and Firewalk Studios was closed. The auction highlights the game's brief and troubled history.