"Atelier Resleriana: Global EOS Announcement for Forgotten Alchemy and Polar Night Liberator"

Another mobile game has met its end, and this time it's Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator that has announced its End of Service (EOS). Koei Tecmo and Akatsuki Games have recently shared the news that their RPG will be shutting down soon, but this closure only affects the global version of the game. Launched globally in January 2024, the game's brief run suggests it struggled to gain traction. We'll delve into the reasons behind this EOS later on.

It's worth noting that the Japanese version of Atelier Resleriana continues to thrive and has no plans to shut down anytime soon. Launched in September 2023, it's preparing to celebrate its 1.5th anniversary in March 2025, which adds a layer of irony to the situation. Why? The answer lies just below.

When Is the Atelier Resleriana EOS?

The global version of Atelier Resleriana is set to shut down on the same month the Japanese version celebrates its 1.5th anniversary, adding to the irony. The exact date for the EOS is March 28th, 2025. While Japanese players will be advancing into Chapter 22 (Part 2), global players will be concluding their journey at Chapter 21 (Part 1).

The in-game purchase system has already been disabled, but players can still use any remaining Lodestar Gems until the game's final moments. Koei Tecmo has committed to providing new content and events leading up to the shutdown.

Adding to the irony, the global version just celebrated its first anniversary on January 25th. So, it's a bittersweet "happy anniversary" as players prepare to say goodbye.

Why Is It Shutting Down?

The developers have released a notice stating that after evaluating their inability to maintain the game at a satisfactory level for players, they've decided to shut it down. This decision rings true as the game failed to make a significant impact on its player base.

Just a couple of months after its launch, players began voicing concerns about the game's gacha system. While the main characters were well-received, the gameplay and monetization strategies fell short, and the power creep was too severe.

These factors undoubtedly contributed to the decision to announce the EOS for the global version of Atelier Resleriana. If you wish to bid farewell to the game, you can find it on the Google Play Store. Alternatively, you might want to check out the current dazzling event in Sky: Children of the Light, celebrating the Lunar New Year 2025 with Days of Fortune.