THE CUBE, SAVE US
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Live Service Game The Cube, Save Us Dies After Just Three Weeks | HappyGamerThe live service game 'The Cube, Save Us' has shut down after only three weeks, highlighting the rapid failures within the genre. This extraction/battle royale hybrid joins other titles like Concord and Highguard in a trend of short-lived online experiences. The article reflects on the saturation of the battle royale market and the challenges live service games face in building sustainable player bases and communities.
Games Inbox: What is your favourite retro video game format?Readers discuss their favorite retro gaming formats, with the Atari ST, ZX Spectrum, and Commodore 64 being popular choices. The discussion also touches on anticipation for upcoming games like The Witcher 4 and Switch 2, as well as the perceived decline of studios like Firaxis.
Extraction shooter The Cube, Save Us has announced it's shutting down just three weeks after it launchedThe post-apocalyptic extraction shooter The Cube, Save Us, developed by XLGames, has announced it is shutting down just three weeks after its launch. The game peaked at 5,177 concurrent players on Steam on March 18 but quickly dropped to the hundreds, which is problematic for a free-to-play title.- THE CUBE, SAVE US EndingThe live-service extraction slasher game THE CUBE, SAVE US will shut down on May 8th, according to a Steam announcement. The game's termination marks another live-service title ending its run shortly after launch.
The Cube, Save Us Becomes the Latest Live-Service Cautionary TaleDeveloper and publisher XLGAMES has announced that its MMO extraction shooter, The Cube, Save Us, will be shutting down on May 8th due to a significant drop in player count and overwhelmingly negative Steam reviews. Refunds will be issued for legitimate purchases made on Steam. This marks another cautionary tale in the live-service genre, following recent shutdowns like Krafton's PUBG: Blindspot.
Yet Another Live-Service Game Is Shutting Down Just Weeks After LaunchThe live-service extraction shooter The Cube, Save Us will shut down on May 8, just weeks after its March 18 launch. Developer XL Games cited low player numbers and poor reception as likely reasons for the closure, with refunds being issued for all purchased items on Steam. This marks another failure in the increasingly crowded live-service market, with other titles like Concord, Highguard, and Hawked also facing server closures.- MMO Week in Review: EverQuest’s legacy, Camelot out of chainsThis week's MMO news includes Daybreak's announcement of EverQuest Legacy, a spinoff of the classic game, and the surprise early access launch of Camelot Unchained after eight years in beta. Several other MMOs received updates, including V Rising, New World, and EverQuest II, while Epic Games faced significant layoffs due to overspending and a slump in Fortnite's performance.
- XLGAMES’ extraction shooter The Cube, Save Us crumbles under bad reviews, low populationXLGAMES' new free-to-play extraction shooter, The Cube, Save Us, has been met with overwhelmingly negative reviews and a rapidly declining player count shortly after its early access launch. The game struggled to maintain even 2,000 daily players on Steam, with many critics citing a lack of substance and clunky combat. The studio also temporarily closed the in-game cash shop due to fraudulent activity.
- MMO Week in Review: EverQuest celebrates 27 years and a lawsuit settlement in its favorEverQuest celebrated its 27th anniversary with a lawsuit settlement that favors Daybreak Game Company, keeping emulators offline. This week also saw layoffs at Amazon for Lost Ark developers, Facebook scaling back VR metaverse ambitions, and discussions around various MMORPG updates and industry trends.
- Betawatch: Hollowed Oath is happening, The Cube Save Us will not save usThis article provides a weekly update on MMORPGs currently in various stages of testing and early access. It highlights new entries like Hollowed Oath and The Cube, Save Us, while also detailing the status of numerous other titles, including those with blockchain elements and those facing delays or potential abandonment.
THE CUBE, SAVE US Launches Free Steam Early Access with Controversial Reset SystemTHE CUBE, SAVE US has launched on Steam Early Access as a free-to-play survival game, featuring a controversial seasonal reset system that deletes player progress each season. While cosmetics and special skills are retained, core stats, inventory, and currency are wiped, aiming to create a fresh competitive landscape. The game's developers are betting on this unique seasonal structure and free-to-play model to differentiate it in a crowded survival game market.- XLGAMES’ extraction shooter The Cube, Save Us has entered free-to-play early accessXLGAMES and Studio Cube have launched their extraction shooter, The Cube, Save Us, into free-to-play early access. The PvPvE game, set on a post-nuclear Earth where players enter an alien Cube to scavenge and survive, was initially slated for a late 2025 release but was delayed due to performance issues. The developers have stated that the free-to-play model will not be pay-to-win, with only cosmetic items available for purchase.
‘THE CUBE, SAVE US’ Launches Globally in Steam Early Access Today (March 18) as Free-to-PlayXLGAMES announced that its post-apocalyptic extraction action game THE CUBE, SAVE US, developed by Studio Cube, has launched globally on Steam in Early Access as a free-to-play title. The game features PvPvE combat in a devastated Earth setting, with players exploring the 'Cube' for resources and survival. Paid items will be limited to cosmetic customization, ensuring skill-based competition.
This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chickenThis week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from grid-based battles in Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime to survival RPG elements in Everwind. Notable titles include the PC version of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Crimson Desert, an action-RPG from XLGAMES. Other releases span from bug-fighting simulations to narrative-driven experiences and extraction games.
The Cube and Save Us Set to Launch on March 18 - GameHauntXLGAMES announced that its extraction shooter THE CUBE SAVE US will launch on Steam Early Access on March 18, 2026. The game features intense FPS combat, mutant hordes, RPG progression, and a blend of PVE and PVP elements. The Early Access version will include new bosses, elite enemies, an NPC affinity system, and Steam achievements.- THE CUBE, SAVE US launches in Early Access on March 18The multiplayer extraction action game THE CUBE, SAVE US will launch in Early Access for PC on March 18. The game focuses on cooperative gameplay where players must work together to survive.