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Another live service game is dead just a few months after launch
AppWizard
May 20, 2026

Another live service game is dead just a few months after launch

Quantic Dream has announced the discontinuation of its multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA), Spellcasters Chronicles, just three months after its launch due to insufficient audience engagement for long-term sustainability. The game peaked at 888 concurrent players at launch, which quickly declined to very few active users. The studio will halt development, likely leading to layoffs, but will continue work on Star Wars Eclipse. Players can access Spellcasters Chronicles until June 19, after which the servers will shut down, and all expenditures during early access will be eligible for refunds upon request.
Cyberpunk 2 director says CP 2077's catastrophic launch 'crushed' the developers and the subsequent redemption arc was basically 'group therapy'
AppWizard
July 16, 2024

Cyberpunk 2 director says CP 2077’s catastrophic launch ‘crushed’ the developers and the subsequent redemption arc was basically ‘group therapy’

Cyberpunk 2077 was released with major technical issues and bugs across all platforms, leading to it being removed from the PlayStation store. The development team at CD Projekt Red faced harsh criticism and negative reception. The game underwent multiple patches to address technical issues and improve player satisfaction. The release of the Netflix Cyberpunk anime Edgerunners helped shift audience perception. The game eventually achieved redemption with the 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty expansion, leading to positive Steam reviews. The initial negative reception of the game prompted internal reorganization at CDPR.
Google announces major hardware and software reorg with AI at the center
AppWizard
April 18, 2024

Google announces major hardware and software reorg with AI at the center

Google's CEO Sundar Pichai announced a significant internal reorganization at Google, creating a new "Platform and Devices" team that combines the Android and hardware teams. Rick Osterloh will lead this team, which aims to enhance product quality and user experiences through the integration of hardware, software, and AI.
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