Midnight Society had a promising start, but a combination of controversy and financial instability led to its demise.
2021: The Grand Vision
- Dr Disrespect announced the creation of Midnight Society, promising to revolutionize FPS gaming.
- The Founders Pass NFT collection launched, offering early access and exclusive cosmetics.
2022-2023: DEADROP’s Development Gains Momentum
- Players participated in multiple “Snapshots” (early pre-alpha versions) of DEADROP.
- The game introduced vertical extraction mechanics, a unique twist on the battle royale and looter-shooter genres.
- Midnight Society promised a play-to-own economy without pay-to-win elements.
2024: Controversy and Studio Instability
- Dr Disrespect faced allegations related to past misconduct, leading to his removal from Midnight Society.
- Many investors and developers pulled out of the project, causing major setbacks.
- Layoffs hit the company as funding started to dwindle.
2025: Midnight Society Officially Shuts Down
- On January 31, 2025, the studio announced its closure, stating that it could not sustain operations.
- DEADROP was effectively canceled, leaving many early adopters without the promised final product.
Despite its strong start, Midnight Society could not survive internal struggles, controversy, and financial collapse.
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