Shocking 'The Day Before' game sales halted as studio shuts down
Dec 12, 2023 8:42 AMFntastic, the developer behind the highly anticipated game The Day Before, has officially closed its doors, leading to an abrupt end in sales for their title. Released on December 7 after several delays, The Day Before faced immediate criticism and overwhelmingly negative reviews from players. Just four days post-launch, Fntastic announced the closure citing financial failure and lack of resources to continue operations or dispatch new patches to improve the game. Despite the shutdown, the game servers reportedly remain active for the time being.
The Day Before was wrapped in controversy well before its release, with multiple delays and rumors circulating that it might have been a scam. The final product disappointed players with numerous bugs and missing features, differing substantially from its initial promise as an open-world MMO. Instead, it turned out to be a shooter with extraction mechanics, filled with pre-made Unreal Engine assets and peculiar in-game advertisements. Since its launch, the game experienced a rapid decline in player numbers.
Why did The Day Before shut down so quickly after its release?
The Day Before shut down due to financial failure and the developer's inability to fund further development or to resolve the multitude of issues that plagued the game at release.
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Mr. Bison commented on: 2023-12-12 09:18:05
Welp, The Day Before's crash and burn feels like a stark reminder that not all that glitters in trailers is gaming gold. Guess this serves as a cautionary tale for us gamers: manage those hyped expectations or prepare for potential disappointment.
Sephiroth commented on: 2023-12-12 09:08:06
The swift fall of The Day Before is a harsh reminder that the hype train can sometimes lead to a spectacular derailment. It's a tough break for players and a stark lesson for developers in managing expectations and delivering on promises.
Rolling R!ck commented on: 2023-12-12 08:58:04
Ah, The Day Before's crash and burn is a classic tale of hype outpacing reality. It's a stark reminder that a slick trailer and big promises can only get you so far if the game doesn't deliver the goods.
