Project ETHOS Studio Head Removed After Disappointing Reveal – Rumor

In the midst of the many upcoming games published by 2K, it’s curious how Project ETHOS from 31st Union seems to have disappeared without much fanfare. If you found it disappointing and easily forgettable, it appears you’re not alone. According to two sources who spoke with Kotaku, 2K has let go of studio head Michael Condrey following the unremarkable reveal of the game.

Instead, the publisher’s representative shared with the site that Michael Condrey has transitioned into an advisory position. They expressed gratitude towards Michael Condrey for his commitment, enthusiasm, and hard work in building a remarkable team and defining the vision of 31st Union.

As a dedicated enthusiast, I’m excited to share that I’ll be shifting my immediate responsibilities to provide strategic guidance on the future of Project ETHOS. Rest assured, our unwavering commitment to the progression of this project and the vibrant community at 31st Union studio remains steadfast.

For several years, the project’s title has been under continuous development, encountering a difficult and turbulent journey during this period, primarily under the leadership of Condrey. Additionally, reports suggest that not only Condrey’s team but also 31st Union’s sister studio in Spain have been involved in its creation.

The game titled Project ETHOS is currently being worked on for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC platforms. This free-to-play shooter features characters and modes such as Trials, which is a Player versus Environment vs Player skirmish where participants gather cores to upgrade Augments in subsequent play sessions. Progressing in Trials unlocks new abilities for the characters, while loot gathering enables customizing their gameplay styles. The second mode is Gauntlet, resembling a Team Deathmatch-style round-robin tournament.

At the moment, we don’t have a specific timeline for the launch of Project ETHOS. Given the recent trends with live-service games, one might ponder about its potential longevity, despite 2K’s support. It’s worth noting that not all live-service titles are successful – while we have seen releases like Helldivers 2 and Marvel Rivals, there have been numerous abandoned projects from Sony and disappointments such as Concord.

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2025-02-06 07:11