FlightGear news and updates for Desktop Windows

20 Sep 2024

Firewalk Studios' Ryan Ellis Steps Down Amid Concord Launch Challenges

Ryan Ellis, game director of Firewalk Studios' Concord, has stepped down following the game's disappointing launch. Concord faced criticism for its price and quality, leading to speculation about a shift to a free-to-play model. Firewalk Studios faces potential layoffs or closure amidst low staff morale.

05 Sep 2024

Firewalk Studios' Concord Goes Offline 11 Days Post-Launch for Reevaluation

Firewalk Studios' new game, Concord, will go offline 11 days post-launch to explore better player engagement options. Despite Sony backing, the game saw a drop from 697 to 56 concurrent players on Steam. Lack of marketing and unappealing gameplay contributed to its underperformance.

04 Sep 2024

Sony to Withdraw Concord Hero Shooter, Offers Refunds to Customers

Sony Interactive Entertainment will withdraw its hero shooter, Concord, from the market on September 6th due to low sales. The game sold 25,000 copies, including 10,000 on Steam. Sony plans to issue refunds to all customers who purchased the game.

04 Sep 2024

Concord Halts Game Sales, Offers Refunds After Brief 14-Day Availability

Concord's director, Ryan Ellis, announced the immediate cessation of sales for the game and a full refund for all players who purchased it on PS5 or PC. The servers for Concord will also be taken offline. Similar titles like Amazon's Crucible and BioWare's Anthem faced challenges leading to their shutdowns.

27 Aug 2024

Concord Faces Player Count Challenges, Debates Free-to-Play Model

PC players face challenges joining matches in Concord, often ending up in console lobbies. The game sees 96 players off-peak, peaking at 276 daily and 697 all-time. Long wait times and repetitive gameplay are common complaints. Priced at £35, there's debate over shifting to a free-to-play model.

24 Aug 2024

Concord Faces Challenges in Competitive Multiplayer Market Despite Praise

The PlayStation Network has not disclosed player numbers, complicating the assessment of the gaming landscape. Concord, a hero shooter, received positive reviews but peaked at only 697 players on its opening weekend. Despite its eight-year development, it faces challenges in the competitive 2024 market.

10 Jul 2024

Concord from Firewalker Studios and Sony Gains Attention in Gaming Industry

Concord, a new hero shooter from Firewalker Studios and Sony, is generating buzz among gamers and industry insiders. Beta weekends are scheduled for July, requiring a capable PC for optimal performance. The full game launches on August 23.

News about FlightGear for Desktop Windows

Firewalk Studios' Ryan Ellis Steps Down Amid Concord Launch Challenges

Firewalk Studios' Concord Goes Offline 11 Days Post-Launch for Reevaluation

Sony to Withdraw Concord Hero Shooter, Offers Refunds to Customers

Concord Halts Game Sales, Offers Refunds After Brief 14-Day Availability

Concord Faces Player Count Challenges, Debates Free-to-Play Model

Concord Faces Challenges in Competitive Multiplayer Market Despite Praise

Concord from Firewalker Studios and Sony Gains Attention in Gaming Industry

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