Firewalk Studios Faces Uncertain Future After Ryan Ellis Quits Concord Project
Firewalk Studios' Future in Jeopardy
Firewalk Studios now faces a dire future as Director Ryan Ellis has stepped down from his role in Concord. The game’s struggles have raised fears of mass layoffs and a bleak outlook for the studio. As uncertainties mount following Concord's withdrawal, employees are on edge about potential downsizing.
Concord's Troubling Trajectory
The Concord game was plagued with issues from the beta stages, culminating in a disheartening peak of just 700 players globally, a number far too low for a live-service title.
- Mass layoffs could be imminent
- Ellis transitions to a support role
- Game removed from market
- Staff exploring new projects
Impact on Studio's Reputation
With around 150-170 employees, Firewalk Studios could face downsizing if they can't pivot effectively after the collapse of Concord.
- Ellis visibly emotional after game's failure
- Team asked to pitch new concepts
- Portfolios being updated preemptively
The studio's future is uncertain, as many wonder if they can transform into a support team for larger PlayStation Studios projects. With the gaming landscape shifting, only time will tell if Firewalk can reinvent itself or face closure.
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