Remember the day before? Great returns with Plan 2.0

The recent trajectory of Fntastic, creator of The Day Before, has been marked by controversy and financial difficulties that led to the studio closing shortly after the game’s release. Although the game attracted initial interest as a promising survival experience, its development was fraught with problems, including accusations of misleading marketing and technical glitches. These factors, coupled with the launch of a product considered incomplete, jeopardized the company’s future and led to its closure.

With the promise of cutting-edge graphics and amazing gameplay, The Day Before has become one of the most anticipated games on Steam. However, the game’s development was marked by delays, legal issues related to the game’s name, and a lack of transparent communication about its development. When the game was finally released in December 2023, reaction was largely negative. Players reported that the final product did not live up to what was promised, as the graphics and game mechanics were far less than expected. Many players also noted that, contrary to initial reports, the game was more of an extraction shooter, similar to Escape from Tarkov, than an MMORPG.

The result was a disastrous launch, with extremely negative reviews and claims that the game misled consumers. Despite the team’s work, the studio was unable to change its financial situation and announced its closure a few days after the official launch. The situation was exacerbated by controversy surrounding the use of volunteers in game development, which led to renewed criticism of the studio’s working practices.

In response to these problems, the Fntastic has now launched a plan called Fntastic 2.0Which describes a new commitment to transparency and professionalism to try to restore lost trust. They promise honest communication, greater engagement with the community, and developing games of greater artistic quality.

With the launch of the Fntastic 2.0 plan, the company seeks to reshape its image and operations, based on three basic principles: honesty, transparency and professionalism. Based on this new direction, Fntastic is committed to maintaining clear and honest communication with its community, admitting past mistakes and ensuring greater transparency in the development of its projects. This will include active community engagement, offering beta versions for testing and gathering ongoing feedback.

Furthermore, the company intends to improve its development standards, focusing on creating innovative and high-quality games, strengthening its team with trained professionals and promoting a more organized and productive work environment.

Everyone deserves a second chance, right?