Dr Disrespect's Midnight Society Shuts Down, Cancels Game

Midnight Society, the game studio co-founded by renowned streamer Guy 'Dr. Disrespect' Beahm, has announced the closure of its operations and the cancellation of its much-anticipated FPS game, Deadrop. The studio shared this news via a post on X, stating, "Today we are announcing Midnight Society will be closing its doors after three incredible years, with an amazing team of over 55 developers." They also reached out to the gaming community, asking if any studios are hiring and could offer employment opportunities to their talented team members.

Founded by Beahm alongside industry veterans Robert Bowling and Quinn Delhyo, who have worked on iconic titles like Call of Duty and Halo, Midnight Society aimed to leverage their collective experience in the FPS genre. Their debut project, Deadrop, was envisioned as a free-to-play game set for a 2024 release. Unfortunately, the game missed its target date and has now been canceled entirely.

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— Midnight Society (@12am) January 30, 2025

In 2024, Midnight Society parted ways with Beahm following his admission of exchanging messages with a minor through Twitch's Whispers feature, which he acknowledged as sometimes being inappropriate. Despite this split, the studio continued to push forward with the development of Deadrop until its recent closure.

Deadrop was set in a unique, fictional universe where "the 80s never ended." The game's visuals showcased characters adorned with Daft Punk-inspired helmets, wielding an array of futuristic weapons and swords. The gameplay was designed to be a PvPvE style extraction shooter, promising a thrilling and immersive experience.

Midnight Society's closure adds to the growing list of studios facing similar challenges in the current tumultuous landscape of the gaming industry. This trend has also affected other notable companies such as Ubisoft, BioWare, and Phoenix Labs, highlighting the difficult times many are navigating.