The ‘Concord’ Curse Returns With Quantic Dream’s PvP Game Axed In 3 Months

InnovationGamingThe ‘Concord’ Curse Returns With Quantic Dream’s PvP Game Axed In 3 MonthsByPaul Tassi,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. News and opinion about video games, television, movies and the internet.Follow AuthorMay 20, 2026, 12:40pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Spellcaster ChroniclesQuantic DreamIn a neither shocking nor surprising movie, we have yet another shutdown of a live multiplayer PvP game that probably should not have existed in the first place. This time, it’s one of the weirder ideas, that the narrative-focused studio Quantic Dream would suddenly run the other direction and make a 3v3 MOBA-style offering, Spellcaster Chronicles. Now, three months after launching in Early Access, the game is now dead after putting up numbers reminiscent of the endlessly referenced Concord. But here, it’s more apt than usual.Here’s part of Quantic Dream’s note announcing the shutdown:“Today, Quantic Dream is announcing the discontinuation of the development of Spellcasters Chronicles.“With this project, our teams set out to explore new creative territories and create a bold, original multiplayer experience. Spellcasters Chronicles allowed us to experiment with new concepts and bring to life an ambitious game shaped by the talent, creativity, and dedication of everyone involved.”“In today's particularly challenging market environment, the game has not reached the audience needed to ensure its long-term sustainability. We have therefore made the difficult decision to refocus our efforts on our other projects.”Refunds will be issued for anything spent on the game in Early Access, given this quick death, and Quantic Dream assures players that its most high-profile project, the once again narrative-focused Star Wars Eclipse, remains in the works, albeit still with no release date.MORE FOR YOUSpellcasters ChroniclesSte...