Dr. Disrespect's Midnight Society Shuts Down, Cancels Deadrop
Gaming studio Midnight Society, co-founded by streamer Guy "Dr. Disrespect" Beahm, has announced its closure and the cancellation of its upcoming FPS title, Deadrop.
The studio revealed the news via an X post, stating, "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.
Midnight Society, established by Beahm alongside Call of Duty and Halo veterans Robert Bowling and Quinn Delhyo, aimed to deliver a free-to-play FPS, Deadrop, leveraging the team's extensive experience. While targeting a 2024 release, Deadrop ultimately missed its launch window.
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Following Dr. Disrespect's departure from the studio in 2024 after a controversy involving inappropriate messages sent via Twitch's Whispers feature, Midnight Society continued Deadrop's development until its recent termination.
The game was envisioned within a unique, retro-futuristic setting described as "the 80s never ended." Promotional materials showcased characters sporting Daft Punk-inspired helmets, armed with both firearms and melee weapons. Gameplay was planned as a PvPvE extraction shooter.
Midnight Society's closure adds to the growing list of studios facing challenges and downsizing within the current difficult climate for the games industry, joining companies such as Ubisoft, BioWare, and Phoenix Labs, among others.
