Midsummer Studios to shut down
Gematsu • • technology
Key Points:
- Midsummer Studios, founded in May 2024 by veteran developers behind popular games like Civilization, XCOM, and The Sims, is shutting down, announced co-founder Jake Solomon.
- The studio developed a game called Burbank, described as a mix between "Life Sims" and "The Truman Show," with a strong emphasis on storytelling and character creation.
- Solomon expressed pride in both the studio and the game, highlighting the unique and immersive character interactions that Burbank offered.
- Before closing, Solomon shared a glimpse of Burbank, underscoring the team's passion and creative effort invested in the project.
