Concord, the multiplayer shooter recently launched by PlayStation, has officially been declared dead after just two weeks of operation. In a statement posted on PlayStation’s blog, it was revealed that the game, which debuted on August 23 for PlayStation 5 and PC, would be taken offline due to a disappointing launch.
Despite receiving mostly positive reviews initially, Concord struggled with player engagement, peaking at only 697 players on Steam on release day—a stark contrast to many long-standing titles. Currently, the player count has dwindled to just 28 active users with a peak of 110 in the last 24 hours.
Ryan Ellis, the game’s director, announced that Concord would become unavailable for play on September 6, with purchases ending as of September 3. He acknowledged that the game did not meet expectations, stating, “While many qualities of the experience resonated with players, we also recognize that other aspects of the game and our initial launch didn’t land the way we’d intended.”
Players who purchased the game digitally will be eligible for a refund, although those who bought a physical copy will have to navigate their retailer’s refund process.
This decision marks a setback for Sony, especially following the success of its other multiplayer title, Helldivers 2, which was well-received after its February release. Some had hoped Concord could replicate this success, but it ultimately fell short.
Concord, developed by Firewalk Studios and rumored to have been in development for eight years, aimed to be a major franchise for Sony. The game had seen regular updates in its early weeks, including new cinematic content. While it drew comparisons to other multiplayer shooters like Overwatch 2, its ambitious scope set it apart in the genre.
Details about the future of Concord remain unclear. Speculation exists that it could eventually be revamped and released as a free-to-play title, akin to Bungie’s Destiny 2, which found success after a difficult launch.
For now, players have less than a week to bid farewell to Concord.