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Former XCOM Director Jake Solomon Announces Shock Closure of Studio Making 'Next-Gen' Life Sim, Publishes Trailer as a Farewell

Former XCOM Director Jake Solomon Announces Shock Closure of Studio Making 'Next-Gen' Life Sim, Publishes Trailer as a Farewell

Jake Solomon, a veteran game designer, has announced the sudden closure of his studio and the cancellation of its "next-gen" life simulation game project. In a farewell message, Solomon shared a trailer that offered a glimpse into the game's development. The closure comes as a surprise to the gaming community, as Solomon was previously known for his work on the popular XCOM strategy game series. The unreleased life simulation game was expected to be a significant departure from Solomon's previous titles, offering a new and innovative experience for players. The reasons behind the studio's closure and the cancellation of the game project have not been disclosed. However, the trailer showcases the game's visuals and some of the features that were in development, providing a bittersweet farewell to what could have been a groundbreaking title in the life simulation genre.

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