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Jake Solomon, best known for his leadership on XCOM and work on Marvel Midnight Suns, has confirmed that his studio Midsummer will be winding down. Alongside the announcement he shared an early, pre‑alpha glimpse of Burbank, a game melding life‑simulation mechanics with a reality‑TV surveillance concept.
  • Midsummer is closing its doors; Solomon made the news public while reflecting on the studio's projects.
  • The revealed project, Burbank, aims to combine everyday sims systems with a narrative built around constant observation and performance.
  • Footage is described as pre‑alpha — an initial build intended to show the game's core idea rather than polished gameplay.
  • Solomon’s profile as a veteran designer (notably from Firaxis) frames the reveal as a noteworthy experiment from a recognized creator.
Source: Eurogamer