NPIXEL has officially announced the closure of Gran Saga, marking the end of its brief international journey. The game will cease operations on April 30th, 2025, with in-app purchases and new downloads already disabled.
Originally launched in Japan in 2021 to great acclaim, Gran Saga's global version was released in November 2024 but managed to last only six months before the decision to shut down was made. The primary reasons for the closure appear to be financial instability and challenges in maintaining a sustainable service. Despite a strong start in Japan, Gran Saga failed to capture a significant audience in the highly competitive global market.
The mobile gaming genre is crowded with well-established titles that have loyal player bases, making it difficult for newcomers to gain traction unless they offer something revolutionary. Gran Saga's initial success did not translate internationally, leading to its premature end.
This closure is part of a broader trend of gacha RPGs shutting down. Just last month, I reported on the closure of My Hero Academia: The Strongest Hero, and it's not alone. Several other games have also succumbed to the pressures of an oversaturated market. With so many options, players tend to stick with familiar titles, making it challenging for new or niche games to sustain long-term interest.
For players who made recent purchases and are seeking refunds, you have until May 30th to submit a request. However, refunds may not be possible if the items have already been used or due to other store policies.
If you spent time in Ethprozen, this goodbye is undoubtedly difficult, but it's an increasingly common occurrence in the mobile gaming world.
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