Jake Solomon Transitions from Strategy Games to Life Sim with New Studio

The former XCOM and Marvel's Midnight Suns director launches Midsummer Studios to explore player-driven narratives.

Jake Solomon's new venture, Midsummer Studios, focuses on creating a life simulation game centered on relationships and personal drama.
Solomon's departure from Firaxis was driven by a desire to move away from combat-focused games and explore emergent narratives.
Marvel's Midnight Suns faced challenges due to its card-based gameplay, which was a departure from Solomon's previous work on XCOM.
Midsummer Studios has secured $6 million in funding and aims to develop a sustainable, small-scale studio environment.
The new life sim game will initially release on PC through early access, emphasizing player choice and story-driven experiences.