Sony’s online multiplayer hero shooter Concord, developed by Firewalk Studios, is set to come to an abrupt end just 11 days after its initial release. In response to the impending server shutdown, Sony has pulled physical copies of Concord from store shelves. However, resellers on eBay and other platforms are taking advantage of the situation, attempting to sell these rare copies at inflated prices.
Upon its launch on PS5 and PC, Concord saw dismal sales and underwhelming player engagement on Steam. Analysts estimate that as few as 25,000 copies were sold, both physically and digitally—a disappointing figure for a first-party Sony title, especially one tied to the popularity of the hero shooter genre.
In the wake of this rapid demise, resellers are attempting to cash in. Prices for Concord on eBay have soared to double or triple the original price of $39.99. Some listings still offer the game at its initial retail price, but these are quickly disappearing as the scarcity of physical copies becomes more evident.
One eBay listing, priced at $119.88 for an opened copy, states, “Ships overnight on September 4, get on September 5 so you can play for a day before the servers shut down.” Another seller is offering a sealed copy for $179, with the caption, “Buy at your own discretion.” The listing further claims, “Get ready for an epic gaming experience with Concord for the Sony PlayStation 5. This rare and highly sought-after game is being recalled and is available now in a USA sealed package.”
While Concord’s physical copies will indeed be rare due to the game’s abrupt failure, whether this rarity translates to lasting value remains to be seen. The quick rise and fall of Concord has made it a footnote in video game history, but that alone may not be enough to elevate it to true collector’s item status.
With Concord’s failure, both Firewalk Studios and Sony are likely heading back to the drawing board. Early speculation suggests the studio might consider shifting Concord to a free-to-play model in the future, which could offer a chance to rebuild player interest and engagement. Firewalk Studios’ challenge moving forward is to identify what went wrong, recalibrate their approach, and regain the trust of the gaming community. Whether the game returns in a revamped format or remains a cautionary tale of a missed opportunity, Concord’s brief existence has left much to ponder about the risks of launching a major title without a solid foundation.