Koei Tecmo has announced the end-of-service for Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, just a year after its global launch. The shutdown is scheduled for March 28th, with in-game purchases halting on January 27th. Leading up to the closure, the developers have planned various events to help players enjoy the remaining time with the game.
The decision to discontinue the game stems from the developers' realization that they could not maintain the quality standards they had set. Despite ongoing efforts to enhance the game through updates and events, they concluded that continuing operations was no longer feasible. Players can still use their Lodestar Gems for in-game activities until the service ends, though no further purchases are allowed.
For many fans of Atelier Resleriana, this news might not be entirely unexpected. The gacha gaming market is highly competitive, with numerous titles fighting for player engagement. While Atelier Resleriana introduced innovative concepts, it struggled with several core elements. The gacha mechanics and banner rates were frequently criticized, leading to dissatisfaction with the game's progression system. Moreover, the alchemy system, a hallmark of the Atelier series, did not fully capture the creative essence fans anticipated. The gameplay, while functional, failed to stand out against other more compelling options in the genre.
From the outset, Atelier Resleriana faced significant challenges, and in retrospect, its struggles were perhaps foreseeable. Social media platforms like Twitter and Reddit are currently buzzing with requests for an offline version of the game, though such a development seems unlikely. If you've cherished your time with this turn-based RPG, make sure to savor these final months before the journey concludes.
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