King of Fighters ALLSTAR, the popular beat 'em up ARPG, will be ending service on October 30th, 2024. This announcement, made via the official Netmarble forums, confirms the closure after more than six years of operation. In-game purchases have already been suspended.
The closure comes as a surprise, given the game's longevity and numerous collaborations with other high-profile fighting game franchises. The official announcement hints that a contributing factor may be the depletion of characters from the King of Fighters franchise suitable for adaptation into the game, although this is likely not the sole reason.
What Now?
The shuttering of King of Fighters ALLSTAR sadly continues a trend of long-running mobile live-service games closing this year. This highlights the challenges and risks associated with maintaining these titles, even within the thriving mobile gaming market.
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