The popular mobile beat 'em up ARPG, King of Fighters ALLSTAR, is shutting down on October 30th, 2024. This unexpected announcement, made via Netmarble's official channels, confirms the end of service after over six years of operation and numerous successful collaborations with other fighting game franchises.
In-game purchases have already been disabled. While the official statement doesn't fully explain the closure, hints suggest the game's developers may have exhausted the pool of characters available for adaptation from the extensive King of Fighters roster. This likely isn't the sole reason, but it offers some insight into the decision.
What's Next?
King of Fighters ALLSTAR's closure sadly continues a trend of long-running mobile live-service games ending in 2024. This highlights the challenges of maintaining these titles and suggests that even in the thriving mobile gaming market, profitability remains a significant hurdle.
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