Dr. Disrespect's Midnight Society Shuts Down, Cancels Deadrop
Midnight Society, the game development studio co-founded by streamer Guy "Dr. Disrespect" Beahm, has announced its closure and the cancellation of its anticipated FPS game, Deadrop.
In an X post, the studio stated, "Today we are announcing Midnight Society will be closing its doors after three incredible years, with an amazing team of over 55 developers." The announcement also included a plea for job opportunities for its now-displaced team members.
The studio, comprised of Beahm and veterans from prominent franchises like Call of Duty and Halo (Robert Bowling and Quinn Delhyo), aimed to deliver a free-to-play FPS experience, Deadrop, leveraging their collective expertise. While initially targeting a 2024 release, the game ultimately failed to meet its launch window.
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Following a 2024 parting with Beahm, stemming from allegations of inappropriate messaging with a minor via Twitch Whispers, Midnight Society persevered with Deadrop's development until its recent termination.
Deadrop was envisioned within a unique "80s never ended" fictional setting. Promotional materials showcased characters sporting Daft Punk-esque helmets, wielding both firearms and melee weapons, in a planned PvPvE extraction shooter format.
Midnight Society joins a growing list of game studios facing closure or layoffs amidst current industry challenges, a trend affecting major companies such as Ubisoft, BioWare, and Phoenix Labs, among others.
