Electronic Arts (EA) has reportedly shut down Victory Studios "Command & Conquer" on Tuesday.
IGN reports the developers were allegedly not given the "ok" to continue working on the free-to-play online game. Victory Studios has released the following statement about their studio's shutdown:
Thank you for your participation over the last few months in the Command & Conquer closed alpha test. It's been much appreciated, and you've been instrumental in helping define what a new Command & Conquer experience should and shouldn't be.
Part of being in a creative team is the understanding that not all of your choices are going to work out. In this case, we shifted the game away from campaign mode and built an economy-based, multiplayer experience. Your feedback from the alpha trial is clear: We are not making the game you want to play. That is why, after much difficult deliberation, we have decided to cease production of this version of the game. Although we deeply respect the great work done by our talented team, ultimately it's about getting you the game you expect and deserve.
Over the next 10 days we will be refunding any and all money spent in the alpha. If you have a question about your refund, please contact help.ea.com.
We believe that Command & Conquer is a powerful franchise with huge potential and a great history, and we are determined to get the best game made as soon as possible. To that end, we have already begun looking at a number of alternatives to get the game back on track. We look forward to sharing more news about the franchise as it develops. Thank you again for your participation and support.
EA games have not released a statement as of press time. The news comes on the heels of the launch of "Battlefield 4," which has received stellar reviews from game critics. Read the reviews here.
Another game released today was Ubisoft's "Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag." Though "Battlefield" and the "Assassin's Creed" series differ drastically, AC4 also received high marks. Read what critics had to say here.
What game are you playing today: "Assassin's Creed 4" or "Battlefield 4?" Are you upset over EA shutting down "Command & Conquer?" Leave your thoughts in the comments section below!
