Recently surfaced screenshots, shared by former Life by You developers, offer a poignant glimpse into Paradox Interactive's cancelled life simulation game. The images highlight the considerable progress made before the project's unexpected termination.
Life by You's Cancellation: A Second Look
Fan Acclaim for Visual and Character Model Enhancements
The cancellation of Paradox Interactive's Life by You continues to resonate with fans. New screenshots, compiled on Twitter (X) by @SimMattically, showcase the work of former artists Richard Kho, Eric Maki, and Chris Lewis, whose individual portfolios and websites further detail their contributions. Chris Lewis's GitHub page, in particular, provides insights into animation, scripting, lighting, modder tools, shaders, and VFX development.
These images reveal a refined version of Life by You, exceeding expectations based on previous trailers. While not drastically different, fans lauded improvements in several key areas. One fan expressed their disappointment, highlighting the game's unrealized potential.
The screenshots showcase detailed outfits suitable for various seasons and weather conditions, suggesting a robust in-game wardrobe. Character customization appears significantly enhanced, with improved sliders and presets. The overall game world displays a richer, more atmospheric detail than seen in earlier previews.
Paradox Interactive's Deputy CEO, Mattias Lilja, explained the cancellation, citing the game's shortcomings in "key areas" and the uncertainty of a timely, high-quality release. CEO Fredrik Wester echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the team's dedication but acknowledging the infeasibility of reaching a satisfactory product within a reasonable timeframe.
The abrupt cancellation surprised many, given the anticipation surrounding Life by You's potential to rival EA's The Sims franchise. The project's termination resulted in the closure of Paradox Tectonic, the studio responsible for its development.
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