Online multiplayer video game Concord is to be taken offline just two weeks after its launch, Sony has said. The PlayStation and PC exclusive online shooter was only released on August 23, but is said to have struggled to attract players.

It’s been two weeks since Sony announced it was taking the unprecedented step of unreleasing Concord and almost as long since the ill-fated, sci-fi hero shooter was officially taken offline. In the time since,

Following Sony’s shock decision to haul live service hero shooter Concord offline two weeks after launch, its game director has reportedly stepped down with some staff concerned about the future of the studio.

Concord's cancelation may lead to layoffs at Firewalk Studio and a potential studio shutdown. Concord is undoubtedly one of the biggest unmitigated disasters in recent gaming history. Not only did the title flop in international markets,

Concord and Firewalk Studios' tumultuous run has continued, as studio director, Ryan Ellis, has reportedly stepped down from his role. Ellis will reportedly move into a support-based role after previously serving as the game's "shot caller.

Concord game director Ryan Ellis has reportedly stepped down after the beleaguered hero shooter was yanked offline amid disastrous player numbers, with staff at developer Firewalk Studios said to be in limbo while they wait for Sony's decision on the future of the game.