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.
Sony's president Hiroki Totoki reflected on the failed launch of Concord, a live-service game by FireWalk Studios, which was taken offline just two weeks after its debut. Totoki acknowledged the need for better internal evaluations and smoother organizational processes. Despite the failure, Sony aims to learn from both Concord and the successful Helldivers 2 to improve future game launches. The company plans to balance its portfolio with both single-player and live-service games, while Firewalk Studios has been shut down.
Despite initial skepticism, Concord, the new live service hero shooter from Firewalk Studios, impresses with its polished gameplay, balanced character roster, and dynamic battlefield mechanics. The beta showcased three modes and 16 characters, highlighting tight first-person shooting and varied gameplay loops. While some aspects like short match durations and unclear leveling rewards need refinement, Concord's vibrant and robust experience positions it as a promising addition to Sony's multiplayer lineup.
Sony's upcoming live-service hero shooter Concord, developed by Firewalk Studios, will reportedly cost $40 according to a pre-order page on the Australian PlayStation Store. This pricing strategy mirrors that of Helldivers 2, another Sony title, and aims to attract more players by avoiding the pitfalls of free-to-play models. Concord is set to launch on August 23 for PC and PS5.
Concord, a new hero shooter from Firewalk Studios, was showcased at Sony's May State of Play, but received a lukewarm reaction from the internet. Critics argue that the game feels derivative and lacks a unique hook in an oversaturated genre, drawing unfavorable comparisons to Overwatch and Guardians of the Galaxy. The backlash is also tied to broader dissatisfaction with Sony's recent business decisions and pivot towards live-service games.
Sony's upcoming multiplayer shooter, Concord, developed by Firewalk Studios and featuring ex-Destiny 2 developers, will release on PC and PS5 on August 23, 2024. The game is a 5v5 character-driven first-person shooter with persistent abilities across rounds and weekly in-game cinematic vignettes to develop the story. A beta is planned for July, and a PlayStation Network account will be required for the PC version.
Firewalk Studios unveiled a new cinematic and gameplay trailer for its 5v5 first-person shooter Concord at Sony's State of Play, announcing an August 23, 2024 release date. Set in Crater City, the game features a crew of misfits on a mission, with gameplay focusing on multiplayer action across various sci-fi worlds. Players can choose from 16 heroes with unique abilities, and the game will include regular cinematic vignettes to advance the story. A pre-launch beta is scheduled for July on PC and PS5.
Sony's new sci-fi first-person shooter, Concord, developed by Firewalk Studios, will be released on PS5 and PC on August 23, with a beta in July. The game, featuring 5v5 hero shooter mechanics similar to Overwatch, includes 16 characters with unique abilities and six game modes at launch. Firewalk plans to add more content post-launch.
Sony has unveiled Concord, a new PvP FPS for PlayStation 5 and PC, featuring class-based combat and a Guardians of the Galaxy vibe. The game, developed by Firewalk Studios, will launch on August 23, 2023, with a beta available this summer for pre-orders. Concord will offer 5v5 hero-shooter gameplay with 16 unique characters and promises regular post-launch updates. The game aims to blend the improvisation of fighting games with strategic planning, and players will learn more about its universe through weekly cinematics.
Sony's Firewalk Studios has unveiled Concord, a 5v5 sci-fi shooter for PC and PS5, with a beta in July and full launch on August 23rd. The game, inspired by Guardians of the Galaxy, features 16 characters from a group called the Freegunners, each with unique abilities. Weekly story vignettes will provide deeper insights into the game's characters and narratives.
PlayStation has unveiled Concord, a new 5v5 sci-fi multiplayer shooter from Firewalk Studios, set to release on PS5 and PC on August 23, 2024. The game features unique characters with distinct abilities and a Guardians of the Galaxy-esque tone. A beta will be available in July 2024.
PlayStation Studios boss Hermen Hulst has stated that the company's upcoming live service games will be diverse in terms of genres and target audience. Sony Interactive Entertainment plans to have 12 live service titles in the market by March 2026. Hulst claimed that these games will not all be modelled on Fortnite or Destiny, and that PlayStation Studios is making a variety of games targeting different genres, release schedules, and scales. Sony recently acquired Firewalk Studios, which was already working on a multiplayer IP in partnership with PlayStation.
PlayStation has acquired Firewalk Studios, the team behind an upcoming "first original AAA multiplayer game" for PlayStation. The companies did not disclose the price of the acquisition. Firewalk Studios has been in a publishing partnership with PlayStation and ProbablyMonsters since 2021. The acquisition comes as PlayStation continues to fight against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Sony has acquired Firewalk Studios to develop an "original AAA multiplayer game" for PlayStation 5 and PC. The move is part of Sony's recent push into multiplayer games, which includes the acquisition of Destiny maker Bungie and Haven Interactive Studios. Firewalk Studios is led by former executives from Bungie and Activision, and Sony's head of PlayStation Studios has expressed excitement about the team's ambitions. Sony is looking to expand its multiplayer offerings, which could be important in light of Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
