Netmarble's popular action RPG, King of Fighters ALLSTAR, is set to conclude its run this year. The official announcement, appearing on Netmarble forums, confirmed the game's shutdown on October 30th, 2024. In-app purchases have already been disabled, ceasing on June 26th, 2024.
Reasons Behind the Closure:
King of Fighters ALLSTAR enjoyed a successful six-year run, featuring numerous high-profile crossovers from the legendary King of Fighters franchise. Despite positive player feedback praising its animations and PvP battles, the developers hinted at a potential shortage of characters to adapt as a contributing factor to the closure. However, this is likely only part of the explanation, with other undisclosed factors contributing to the decision.
The game experienced some challenges, including optimization issues and occasional crashes, which impacted player experience. Nevertheless, it achieved millions of downloads across Google Play and the App Store.
Players still interested in experiencing King of Fighters ALLSTAR have approximately four months remaining before the servers shut down in October. This provides an opportunity to engage in the game's iconic battles and explore its content before it becomes unavailable.
For those seeking alternative gaming experiences, consider exploring other recent Android game releases. One example is Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery, which recently announced new content.