Rumors have surfaced that Concord, PlayStation’s ill-fated hero shooter, may be making a comeback. Despite being pulled from stores just weeks after launch and offering refunds to all players, the game has recently shown activity on Steam, sparking speculation about its future.
On October 8, users on Reddit noticed that Sony updated Concord’s files on Steam, according to SteamDB. This has led to discussions across the gaming community about whether Sony and Firewalk Studios are planning to relaunch the game, possibly as a free-to-play title.
Concord files are still being updated – via SteamDB
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Concord initially failed to gain traction, with many criticizing its high price tag of $40 USD in a market dominated by free-to-play hero shooters like Overwatch and Apex Legends. Shifting to a free-to-play model seems like the most viable path to save the project, given the competition.
The failure of Concord has also put pressure on Firewalk Studios, the game’s developers, with reports of potential layoffs and a major reshuffling within the team. The game’s director has already stepped down, and it’s uncertain what the future holds for the studio. Whether a free-to-play version can revive interest in Concord remains unclear, but it appears Sony is at least exploring the possibility of giving the game another shot.
For now, there’s no official word from Sony or Firewalk Studios, leaving players to speculate about whether Concord can make a comeback in the competitive world of hero shooters.
