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XCOM designer Jake Solomon reveals "Life Sims + The Truman Show" game... while announcing his studio's closure
Midsummer Studios, co-founded by XCOM developer Jake Solomon, is closing down just months after its May 2024 announcement. The studio's debut project, 'Burbank,' described as 'Life Sims + The Truman Show' and featuring generative AI for character interaction, will not be released by the company. Solomon expressed pride in the studio and the game despite the closure.
Jake Solomon-led Midsummer Studios shuts down
Midsummer Studios, founded by Firaxis Games veteran Jake Solomon, has ceased operations after two years. The studio, which raised $6 million in funding, was developing a life simulation game called Burbank. Solomon shared footage of the game, noting its use of AI for character writing and voice acting, while emphasizing that all art was created by human artists.
Former Firaxis Games creative director announces closure of Midsummer Studios
Midsummer Studios, co-founded by former XCOM designer Jake Solomon, is closing its doors. Solomon announced the closure and shared pre-alpha footage of the studio's unreleased game, Burbank. He also clarified that while AI was used for character performances, all art was created by human artists.
