What's Happening?
Gun Media has announced that the asymmetrical horror game 'Friday the 13th' will be delisted from digital and physical sales on December 31 due to expiring licenses. Despite the delisting, the game will remain playable until at least December 31, 2024. The game, which features the iconic masked serial killer Jason Voorhees, has been popular among fans of horror and multiplayer games. Gun Media is shifting focus to another project, 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre,' an asymmetrical multiplayer survival game featuring Leatherface, set for release on August 18 across multiple platforms.
Why It's Important?
The delisting of 'Friday the 13th' highlights the challenges faced by game developers in maintaining licenses for intellectual properties. This move affects fans who may wish to purchase the game in the future, limiting access to new players. The transition to 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre' indicates Gun Media's strategy to continue leveraging popular horror franchises in the gaming industry. This shift could impact the company's market presence and influence the direction of horror-themed multiplayer games.
What's Next?
Gun Media's upcoming release, 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre,' is expected to attract fans of horror and multiplayer games, potentially filling the void left by 'Friday the 13th.' The game's success will depend on its reception and the ability to capture the same audience. Stakeholders, including players and industry analysts, will be watching closely to see how Gun Media navigates the transition and whether it can maintain its reputation in the horror gaming niche.
