Fortnite developer at the end? Hotly anticipated new game canceled

Actually is the huge success of Fortnite Hard to put into words. To this day, the title from the Epic cosmos is an absolute mass phenomenon and is therefore in the headlines. However, sometimes it is not just positive news, for example around the wave of layoffs at Epic.

A studio is currently causing a stir that isn't just working on the development of Fortnite (buy now €17.76 ) was involved. Title like BulletstormGears of War: Judgment or Outriders can also be found in the company's portfolio. However, the team's most recent game was officially canceled.

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What is Project Dagger?

Actually, the studio had People Can Fly so far on the so-called Project Dagger worked. In 2020, the game was announced for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and streaming platforms. Gamingbolt reports that they had actually announced a collaboration with Take-Two-Interactive, but this was scrapped less than two years later.

There has been no official material about the project to date. Instead of waiting for rumors from the press, People Can Fly announced the end of Project Dagger itself in a press release. In addition to the statement itself, it also explains how this decision actually came about.

Why was the game canceled?

It is pointed out that a new evaluation of the project from a commercial perspective and its unsatisfactory result were responsible for the end of Project Dagger. In connection with its commercial potential, the anticipated scope for the game is also mentioned.

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Furthermore, as Gamingbolt notes, People Can Fly is working on titles like Project Gemini. This was probably significantly reduced in size at the beginning of the year. Gamingbolt is also throwing a VR title into the room, as well as an alleged third-person shooter for the Playstation. Project Maverick, on the other hand, is intended to be a shooter that is based on an existing Xbox brand. You can now find the best deals and expert advice on games, films, entertainment and more in the brand new one PCG Guide. All information about our new portal you can find it here!

Source: Gamingbolt

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