XCOM designer Jake Solomon announces surprise closure of his studio alongside a first look at its canceled life sim, 'the game we poured our hearts into'
in newsletterPC Gamer · 2026-02-19 · 6 min read · studios
Jake Solomon, former Firaxis creative director and XCOM designer, announced the surprise closure of Midsummer Studios. Before shutting down, Solomon shared pre-alpha footage of Burbank, a life sim combining life simulation mechanics with narrative drama inspired by shows like Gilmore Girls. Solomon spent 23 years at Firaxis before founding Midsummer to pursue the project.
Appeared in 2026-02-20.