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By April 2021, after being impressed by Firewalk's concept for Concord, Sony strikes a deal. Their vision for the game embraces the lucrative potential of the hero shooter genre, aiming to craft an exclusive title for the PlayStation 5 and PC. Subsequently, in January 2022, Sony acquires Bungie for $3.6 billion to solidify its foothold in live-service gaming.
However, as 2023 rolls around, concerns mount regarding Concord's development progress. After five years of work and an investment of around $200 million, the game remains in a rudimentary Alpha state. Key elements like player onboarding and monetization strategies remain unresolved, raising alarms as the studio scrambles to meet expected deadlines.