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Founder of bankrupt Samson studio mulls how to use AI for his next attempt: 'Cutting corners in game development has a habit of coming back to bite you in the ass'
Christofer Sundberg, founder of the now-bankrupt Liquid Swords studio, has confirmed the closure of the company six months after the PC release of their game Samson. Despite the console version's greater success, it wasn't enough to save the studio, which faced market conditions and poor business decisions. Sundberg plans to open a new studio, focusing on sustainable development, potentially utilizing AI for prototyping and repetitive tasks, while cautioning against cutting corners.
Samson Has No Confirmed Next Patch Date After Liquid Swords Bankruptcy
The developer of the open-world beat 'em up Samson, Liquid Swords, has been declared bankrupt by the Stockholm District Court. This leaves the future of the game's patch support uncertain, as the studio's administrator searches for a buyer. The game, released earlier this year, was poorly received and affected by bugs, with the latest update in October addressing combat responsiveness.
Open-World Crime Game Samson Did Better On Console But Not Enough To Save Its Developer From Shutting Down
Swedish developer Liquid Swords, known for the crime game Samson, is shutting down due to bankruptcy. While the console versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S performed better than the PC release, sales were not enough to save the studio. Founder Christofer Sundberg confirmed all 27 employees are being let go, though unpaid salaries will be covered by Swedish law. Sundberg expressed pride in the team's work and is discussing the future of Samson.
GTA-Like PS5 Action Game at Risk of Delisting as Dev Goes Under
The PlayStation 5 action-adventure game Samson is at risk of being delisted from the PlayStation Store due to its developer, Liquid Swords, filing for bankruptcy. Founded by Christofer Sundberg, the studio has reportedly not paid employees for months, and a bankruptcy trustee is now involved. The future of the game's intellectual property depends on whether a buyer can be found for Liquid Swords.
Samson dev Liquid Swords has reportedly gone bankrupt
Swedish studio Liquid Swords, developer of the action game Samson, has reportedly filed for bankruptcy, affecting nearly 30 employees. The studio, co-founded by Christofer Sundberg, allegedly failed to pay developers for months, though Sweden's state wage guarantee should cover unpaid salaries. Samson received mixed reviews and suffered from technical issues upon its release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Liquid Swords, developer of open-city crime sim Samson, has gone bankrupt following staff claims that they haven't…
Liquid Swords, the developer of the open-city crime sim Samson, has declared bankruptcy six months after its release. The Swedish studio, founded by Christofer Sundberg, reportedly owes its 30 employees two months of unpaid wages, leading them to petition for bankruptcy. The company struggled with funding and publisher rejections, leading to layoffs and a shift in Samson's gameplay design.
Oh dear, half a year after launching Samson, Swedish developer Liquid Swords have filed for bankruptcy
Swedish developer Liquid Swords, known for its debut title Samson, has filed for bankruptcy. The company, founded by former Avalanche Studios co-founder Christofer Sundberg, reportedly owes employees back pay and faces an uncertain future. Samson, an open-world beat 'em up, was released earlier this year and received mixed reviews, with subsequent patches failing to salvage its commercial performance.
What will happen to video games under Skydance?
The merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery will significantly impact the video game industry, potentially leading to layoffs, studio closures, and project cancellations. While studios like NetherRealm and Avalanche may be relatively safe due to successful IPs, Rocksteady faces uncertainty after the poor reception of Suicide Squad. The consolidation of major IPs under Skydance presents both creative opportunities and business challenges.
Avalanche Studio Group to globally publish, market, and distribute titles from Supermassive Games
Nordisk Games has announced a publishing agreement where its subsidiary Avalanche Studios Group will globally publish, market, and distribute titles from Supermassive Games, starting with Directive 8020. Both studios will maintain creative independence while sharing operational support. This move aims to ensure sustainable long-term success by leveraging Avalanche's publishing strength and Supermassive's storytelling expertise.
Former Avalanche Studios chief Natalie Francis joins Massive Entertainment as managing director
Natalie Francis, formerly of Avalanche Studios and DICE, has been appointed as the new managing director of Ubisoft's Massive Entertainment, effective October 1st. Francis expressed excitement about building on the studio's foundation, while Ubisoft's Christoph Hartmann highlighted her experience in leading teams and delivering ambitious player experiences. The article also touches upon Massive Entertainment's recent challenges, including voluntary buyouts and redundancies within Ubisoft.
theHunter: Call Of The Wild Gets A Taste Of The Old West With New Weapon Pack
TheHunter: Call Of The Wild has released a new DLC pack called the Old West Weapon Pack, adding three 19th-century firearms inspired by the American frontier. The pack includes a rifle, a double-barrelled shotgun, and a single-action revolver, each with unique handling and ammunition options. This DLC is available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
A second Iron Man game has leaked this week, this time with EA Motive's take on the Marvel hero surfacing after 4…
An unfinished trailer for EA Motive's Iron Man game has leaked online, showcasing third-person action, combat, and flight mechanics. This follows a separate leak of footage from Avalanche Studios' canceled Iron Man project. EA Motive's game was announced in 2022 as a single-player, original story.
Footage of new Iron Man game from EA Motive appears to leak, showing blistering speed and freedom, as MIA superhero game finally reappears
Footage has reportedly leaked for EA Motive's Iron Man game, showcasing fast-paced aerial and on-foot combat, extensive suit customization, and cinematic storytelling. The game, announced four years ago, appears to be set in an open-world environment and features a vast arsenal of gadgets. This leak follows reports of a cancelled Black Panther game from EA and a previous Iron Man game from Avalanche Studios.
Open-world Iron Man game footage leaks, showing an hour of Just Cause dev Avalanche's cancelled Marvel game
Gameplay footage from a cancelled open-world Iron Man game developed by Avalanche Studios for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 has leaked online. The project, which was in development around 2012, was reportedly cancelled due to Disney's decision to shorten its development schedule. The footage showcases flying, combat, and similarities to Avalanche's Just Cause series.
Over an hour of footage from the canceled Iron Man game is online, and it sure looks like the Just Cause devs' take…
Over an hour of leaked gameplay footage from a canceled open-world Iron Man game developed by Avalanche Studios has surfaced online. The footage, reportedly sourced from a PlayStation 3 development kit, showcases aerial combat, gadget use, and environmental destruction, reminiscent of Avalanche's Just Cause series. The project was reportedly canceled due to 'company politics' and a desire by Disney to shorten its development schedule.
Early Build Footage of Avalanche Studios’ Canceled Iron Man Game Spotted – Rumor
Footage from Avalanche Studios' canceled Iron Man game, developed in the early 2010s, has surfaced online. The leaked videos showcase early builds and gameplay demos like "Kinetic Combat" and "Freestyle Flight," suggesting a design influenced by the Marvel Cinematic Universe and planned for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The project was reportedly canceled due to company politics and tight deadlines, though a new Iron Man game is confirmed to be in development at EA Motive.
Canceled Iron Man Game Footage From Just Cause and Mad Max Developer Leaks Online
Alleged footage has surfaced online for a canceled Iron Man game that was in development at Avalanche Studios, the same studio behind Just Cause and Mad Max. The leak provides a glimpse into what could have been for the Marvel superhero's gaming future.
Harvey Smith and fellow Arkane Austin veterans announce a new studio, Black Pony Immersive
Former Arkane Austin veterans Harvey Smith and Ben Horne have announced the formation of a new studio, Black Pony Immersive. The studio, founded in August 2025, aims to create ambitious immersive sim games, drawing on the team's experience from Arkane and other studios like Insomniac and Epic Games. Black Pony Immersive is currently working on an unannounced single-player narrative-rich game.
Dishonored co-creator Harvey Smith launches a new studio and it literally has the word 'Immersive' in the name
Dishonored co-creator Harvey Smith and executive producer Ben Horne have launched a new studio named Black Pony Immersive. The studio, comprised of developers from Arkane, Insomniac, and other major companies, aims to create singleplayer first-person action RPGs with emergent gameplay systems, drawing inspiration from classic immersive sim titles.
"Through the looking glass": as Arkane fight for their future, Dishonored veteran Harvey Smith reveals new studio dedicated to immersive sims
Harvey Smith, a veteran developer from Arkane Studios, has announced the formation of Black Pony Immersive, a new studio focused on creating imaginative first-person action RPGs and immersive sims. The studio, which includes other former Arkane developers, aims to build single-player games that reward player creativity and exploration. This announcement comes during a period of industry volatility, with Microsoft having recently closed Arkane Austin and currently negotiating the future of Arkane Lyon.
