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Console and mobile MOBA Pokemon Unite announces a shutdown date of March 2027
Pokemon Unite, the MOBA released on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices in 2021, will shut down its servers on March 23rd, 2027. In-game purchases and Unite Club subscriptions have already been suspended. The game's developer, TiMi Studio Group, previously adjusted its monetization strategy in 2021.
Pokemon Unite Announces End After 5 Year Run
TiMi Studio Group and The Pokemon Company have announced that Pokemon Unite will cease operations on March 23, 2027, after five years. The decision follows a decline in player base and changes to the competitive scene, with the Aeos Crown 2027 event still scheduled to proceed. The game's shutdown is attributed to a perceived negligence towards community feedback.
Pokémon UNITE, the MOBA you forgot, will be shutting down in a few months
Pokémon UNITE, the MOBA developed by TiMi Studio Group and published by The Pokémon Company, will be shutting down in a few months. The article expresses a negative sentiment towards the game's impending closure.
TiMi Studio Group's Pokémon Unite to shut down on March 23, 2027
The Pokémon Company has announced that the MOBA title Pokémon Unite, developed by TiMi Studio Group, will be shut down on March 23, 2027, for both Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. As of October 27, 2026, players can no longer purchase the in-game currency Aeos gems, though existing gems can be used until the shutdown. The game was previously discontinued in Belgium and the Netherlands due to loot box regulations.
Fan favourite map Shipment arrives today in Modern Warfare 4, just four days after launch - a new record for Call of Duty
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is receiving the iconic Shipment map just four days after its launch, a new record for the franchise. This fast-paced multiplayer map, first introduced in 2007, is known for its breakneck combat and is often used for rapid player and weapon progression. Separately, the article notes that Pokémon Unite will be shut down on March 23, 2027, though a 'Library' feature will allow players to view earned items and progress after the service ends.
After less than 6 years, Pokemon Unite is shutting down, but it's getting a feature that'll let you hold onto your progress even after the servers are dead
Pokemon Unite, the free-to-play MOBA, will shut down on March 23, 2027, after nearly six years. New purchases of in-game currency and the Unite Club membership have already ceased. A final update on November 12 will introduce a special event and a feature allowing players to access certain records and in-game content, such as Holowear and Unite licenses, even after the servers are offline.
Pokémon Unite closing down for good, but you'll still be able to use it afterwards, sort of
The Pokémon Company and Tencent have announced that the MOBA game Pokémon Unite will cease operations on March 23, 2027. A special event will introduce a 'Library' feature allowing players to view earned items like Holowear and cosmetics after the service ends, though data transfer limitations apply.
Pokémon UNITE to shut down in March 2027 — MP3s & NPCs
Pokémon UNITE, the free-to-play MOBA, will officially shut down on March 27, 2027, for both Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. The developers expressed gratitude to players and announced a special event leading up to the final day of service. The competitive tournament, Pokémon UNITE Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo, will still proceed as planned.
Pokemon Unite will end service in March 2027
The Pokemon Company has announced that the free-to-play MOBA Pokemon Unite will end service on March 23, 2027, for both Nintendo Switch and mobile platforms. Aeos Gem sales have been suspended, though a library feature is being added to allow players to access unlocked items post-service. The final Pokemon Unite tournament, Aeos Crown 2027 Tokyo, is still scheduled to take place.
Riot Games has announced the end League of Legends Classic as an on-going mode, just three months after its release
Riot Games has announced that League of Legends Classic, a recreation of an older version of the MOBA, will be removed at the end of Season 3 in January 2027. The company cited that most players have returned to other parts of League of Legends. The mode may return in the future as a limited-time event with adjustments. Microtransactions for the mode were controversial, and players who purchased them will receive refunds.
Riot calls time on League of Legends Classic after almost 3 months because most fans "have gone back to other parts…
Riot Games is ending support for League of Legends Classic in January 2027, less than three months after its launch. The developers stated that most players have returned to the main League of Legends game. Riot plans to bring Classic back in the future, likely as an event mode, and will issue refunds for Classic-specific content.
Riot has already called time on League of Legends Classic, will turn it into an event instead
Riot Games is discontinuing League of Legends Classic less than three months after its launch, with the mode set to end in January 2027. The developer plans to bring it back as an event mode with adjustments. The decision comes as most players have returned to the modern version of League of Legends, with Riot acknowledging that the Classic mode did not retain its initial appeal.
3 months after launch, Riot announces League of Legends Classic will be killed in January: 'most have gone back to…
Riot Games has announced that League of Legends Classic will be shut down in January 2027, just six months after its launch. The mode, which aimed to capitalize on nostalgia for older versions of the game, failed to maintain player interest beyond its initial release. Riot plans to explore future iterations, potentially as an event mode, and will issue refunds for obsolete content.
Legendary composer Frank Klepacki says the RTS genre isn't dead, but he would like to see devs get a little more…
Composer Frank Klepacki argues that the real-time strategy genre is not dead, but rather has seen its popularity ebb and flow like other genres. He believes a lack of risk-taking by big-budget developers has contributed to the genre's diminished presence, though many traditional RTS games and their successors continue to be released and played.
Valve just brought back the TF2 glory days with its new Deadlock hero
Valve has released a new hero, Deadman Danny, for its game Deadlock, which has seen a surge in player count. Danny, described as a blend of characters from Team Fortress 2 and Overwatch, introduces mechanics like rocket jumping and a jetpack, enhancing mobility and combat options. This update is seen as a thematic victory for Valve, bringing back the glory days of Team Fortress 2.
New March of Giants character Pandemos brings some serious toxicity to the MOBA's playtest
Ubisoft Montreal has introduced Pandemos, a new character for its upcoming MOBA, March of Giants. Pandemos is a 'plague doctor of pestilence' who can deal damage, disrupt enemies, or heal allies. The character is available in the ongoing Pioneer Playtest, which runs until October 18.
Deadlock Appears to Be a Big Hit from Valve
Valve's in-development MOBA, Deadlock, has achieved a new concurrent player record of 262,145 during its invite-only playtest, surpassing Team Fortress 2's peak. This surge coincided with the addition of a new character, Solomon, who features chess-based abilities. Despite its early access and invite-only status, Deadlock is demonstrating significant player engagement.
Deadlock's City Never Sleeps update makes Valve's MOBA my favorite videogame setting in years
Valve's MOBA Deadlock, currently in beta, has received a significant update called 'City Never Sleeps' that overhauls its Cursed Apple map. The update introduces new neutral monsters and richly textured areas, transforming districts like Broadway into a neon metropolis and Greenwich into an occult-themed park. The game's new characters and expanded dialogue are also praised for their creative and inventive design, making Deadlock's setting one of the author's favorites.
Deadlock surpasses Team Fortress 2's all-time concurrent player count peak as it adds a chess wizard
Valve's new MOBA, Deadlock, has surpassed Team Fortress 2's all-time concurrent player peak with 262,145 simultaneous players during its invite-only test. The game's recent addition of a new hero, Solomon the chess mage, is credited with contributing to this surge. The article also touches on the challenges of breaking into the MOBA genre and Valve's approach to game development.
Valve's Gambit: Deadlock's chess-playing new hero is its riskiest yet, and it's working
Valve's new hero shooter MOBA, Deadlock, is seeing significant player engagement on Steam, even in its invite-only beta phase, surpassing Team Fortress 2's peak player count. The game's latest character, Solomon, a chess hustler, introduces complex mechanics that allow players to manipulate their team and battlefield using chess pieces, offering a unique and ambitious gameplay experience.
