Jacksepticeye's Lost Animated SOMA Show: What Went Wrong

YouTuber Jacksepticeye has shared his disappointment after an animated show based on the video game Soma was abruptly canceled. Jacksepticeye, a prominent figure in the gaming community, had spent a year developing the project with Frictional Games, the developers behind Soma. He expressed his excitement for the show, which he considered one of his favorite games, highlighting its intricate narrative. However, plans took a drastic turn when discussions with an unnamed party led to the project's collapse, leaving Jacksepticeye feeling creatively unfulfilled and frustrated. This setback has significantly impacted his plans for 2025, as he had intended to focus on this project. Following Soma, Frictional Games has shifted attention to different emotional themes within gaming, indicating a broader creative direction for the studio.

Jacksepticeye revealed that the animated show on Soma was canceled suddenly after discussions took a different direction, leaving him frustrated and delaying his content creation plans.

Soma, released in 2015, is a critically acclaimed survival horror game known for its deep storytelling and immersive gameplay. Created by Frictional Games, it explores themes of consciousness and existence, set against a haunting underwater backdrop. The game received praise for its innovative narrative and atmospheric design, becoming a classic in the horror genre. The success of Soma led to further releases by Frictional, including recent entries in the Amnesia series, showcasing the studio's growth and evolution in the gaming landscape.