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Hit May 2026 PS5 Action Game Already Discounted on PS StoreThe PlayStation 5 action game Luna Abyss, released in May 2026, is currently available at a discounted price on the PlayStation Store as part of the July Savings promotion. Developed by Kwalee Labs, the game has received positive reviews and is offered at a reduced price for PlayStation Plus members until July 16.
The team behind bullet hell FPS Luna Abyss just got laid off, less than a month after the game's releaseKwalee Labs has laid off the entire development team behind the bullet hell FPS Luna Abyss, less than a month after its release on May 21. Despite critical praise for its unique genre fusion, the game saw low sales on PC, with a peak of only 317 concurrent players. The studio's CEO stated the decision was outside of their control, and the nine affected developers are now available for new opportunities.
Just Weeks After Launching Highly Rated PS5 Game Luna Abyss, the Team Has Been Laid OffKwalee Labs, the development team behind the recently released PlayStation 5 game Luna Abyss, has been laid off just weeks after the game's launch. Despite receiving positive reviews and player reception, all nine members of the team are now available for work. This news comes amidst broader industry concerns about layoffs, with reports suggesting further redundancies at companies like Xbox.
Kwalee Labs shut down following launch of Luna AbyssKwalee Labs, the developer of the PC and PlayStation 5 shooter Luna Abyss, has ceased operations just one month after the game's release. The studio, formerly known as Bonsai Collective, was acquired by Kwalee in 2025. Despite positive reviews and sales of 12,000 units on Steam, the entire nine-person team was made redundant due to circumstances beyond their control.
Kwalee lays off the entire Luna Abyss development team as one of this year's overlooked bullet-hell games falls victim to an overcrowded release scheduleKwalee has laid off the entire development team behind the bullet-hell shooter Luna Abyss, citing an overcrowded release schedule and the game's launch not meeting internal performance targets. Despite positive reviews and a 'very positive' Steam rating, the game failed to gain significant traction. CEO Hollie Emery announced the redundancies, stating the decision was outside the team's control.
Luna Abyss development team laid off by KwaleeUK publisher Kwalee has laid off the entire nine-person development team behind its bullet hell shooter, Luna Abyss, less than a month after its May 21, 2026 release. The studio, formerly known as Bonsai Collective, was acquired by Kwalee in September 2025. CEO Hollie Emery stated the decision was outside of the team's control and that all members are now available for new opportunities.
Luna Abyss Team Has Been Laid Off, Says Kwalee Labs CEOKwalee Labs has laid off the development team behind the game Luna Abyss, citing reasons "out of our control." The CEO expressed gratitude for the game's reception and the team's hard work, despite the closure. Luna Abyss is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Dev releases one of the year's best shooters, entire team is laid off less than a month later: "A decision that was completely outside of our control"Kwalee Labs has laid off its entire development team and shut down the studio less than a month after releasing its well-received cosmic horror bullet hell shooter, Luna Abyss. Despite positive reviews and critical acclaim, studio CEO Hollie Emery stated the decision was outside of their control. This follows a trend of successful games not guaranteeing studio survival, with the closure of Tango Gameworks after Hi-Fi Rush's release also noted.
Luna Abyss Developers Laid Off Just Weeks After LaunchKwalee Labs has laid off the entire development team behind its first-person horror shooter Luna Abyss, just weeks after its release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. CEO Hollie Emery confirmed the redundancies for undisclosed reasons, stating the team is now available for new opportunities. Despite positive critical reception and a strong initial player count on Steam, the game saw a significant drop-off in concurrent players.
Less than a month after launch, the entire Luna Abyss team has been laid offLess than a month after its release, the entire development team behind the game Luna Abyss has been laid off by publisher Kwalee. CEO Hollie Emery announced the redundancies, stating the decision was outside of the team's control. Luna Abyss is a first-person bullet-hell platforming adventure game.
After 7 years in development, an amazing single-player FPS just hit Steam and consoles: "We were heavily inspired by titles such as Nier Automata, Metroid Prime, Destiny, Halo"Kwalee Labs has released its story-driven, single-player first-person shooter Luna Abyss on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game, which has been in development since mid-2019, has received very positive user reviews and an 80 on Metacritic. Developers cited inspirations including Nier Automata, Metroid Prime, Destiny, Halo, and Returnal.
Review: Luna Abyss (PS5) - Don't Skip This AA DOOM-Like ShooterLuna Abyss is a AA shooter that offers a compelling blend of bullet hell gameplay and a harrowing sci-fi atmosphere, despite some initial graphical limitations. The game impresses with its sense of scale, environmental design, and a streamlined progression system that introduces new weapons and abilities effectively. While the story and some narrative elements feel underdeveloped, the core action and platforming provide an engaging experience reminiscent of DOOM and Returnal.
Luna Abyss Drops Into Game Pass – A Fever Dream In Space?Luna Abyss, a single-player action-adventure game blending first-person movement, bullet hell combat, and psychological sci-fi storytelling, has launched on Xbox Series X|S and PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support. Developed by Kwalee Labs and published by Kwalee, the game is available Day One on Game Pass. Players control a prisoner exploring alien ruins on a mysterious moon, facing corrupted enemies and an omnipresent artificial prison guard.
Luna Abyss Interview – Inspirations, Gameplay, Narrative, Console Performance, and MoreKwalee Labs developers Hollie Emery, Benni Hill, and John Reynolds discuss their upcoming game Luna Abyss, a narrative-focused bullet hell shooter. Inspirations include Nier: Automata, BLAME!, and Metroid Prime, with a focus on unique environments and fluid combat. The game targets 1920x1080 resolution and 60 framerates across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X, with upscaling used for Series S and Steam Deck.
15 Biggest New Games of May 2026May 2026 is set to feature a diverse lineup of 15 new game releases across various platforms. Notable titles include Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan, the horror-survival Directive 8020, and the action-packed MOTORSLICE. Other anticipated releases span genres from stealth and adventure to first-person shooters and platformers, with many entering early access.
Stylish bullet hell adventure game Luna Abyss launches in MayKwalee and Kwalee Labs have announced that their action-adventure game with bullet hell combat, Luna Abyss, will launch on May 21st for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. Players will explore a derelict megastructure beneath a moon, recovering technology while being monitored by an AI guard.
Luna Abyss Launches May 21 on PS5, Xbox, and PCKwalee and Kwalee Labs announced that Luna Abyss will launch on May 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and other platforms. The single-player action-adventure game features first-person platforming, story-driven exploration, and bullet-hell combat as players descend into a derelict megastructure on a mimic moon.- The Abyss Awaits: FPS Action-Adventure Luna Abyss Launches This MayKwalee and Kwalee Labs announced that the action-adventure game Luna Abyss will launch on May 21, 2026. The single-player title features platforming and bullet-hell combat and will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and PlayStation 5.
- First-Person Bullet-Hell Action Game 'Luna Abyss' Gets May Release Date in New TrailerThe first-person bullet-hell action game Luna Abyss is set to launch on May 21, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Developed by Kwalee Labs, the game combines fast-paced shooting with first-person platforming as players explore a massive underground structure to recover lost technology and investigate a vanished colony.