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PlayStation's Concord: Worst Launch Ever Sparks Industry Fallout

8/24/2025

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PlayStation's hero shooter Concord, launched on August 23, 2024, is labeled the worst video game launch in history.
Sony's live-service projects are faltering, with director Jade Raymond departing Fairgame$ and Destiny 2's expansion underperforming.
Bungie's Marathon is delayed and criticized due to a disappointing reveal and plagiarism allegations.
Concord's failure highlights the risks of trend-chasing, overspending, and poor design in a competitive market.

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Story summary

PlayStation's hero shooter Concord, launched on August 23, 2024, is labeled the worst video game launch in history.
Sony's live-service projects are faltering, with director Jade Raymond departing Fairgame$ and Destiny 2's expansion underperforming.
Bungie's Marathon is delayed and criticized due to a disappointing reveal and plagiarism allegations.
Concord's failure highlights the risks of trend-chasing, overspending, and poor design in a competitive market.