Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator is shutting down late in March

Koei Tecmo has announced the end-of-service for Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, just one year after its global launch. All services will cease on March 28th, with in-app purchases ending earlier on January 27th. Several in-game events are planned before the shutdown, allowing players to enjoy the remaining time.

This decision comes after the developers acknowledged their inability to maintain the initially established standards. Despite ongoing improvements and events, they determined that continued operation wasn't feasible. Players can still spend their existing Lodestar Gems, but purchasing more is no longer possible.

For many players, this news may not be entirely unexpected. The highly competitive gacha market makes it challenging for new titles to gain traction. While Atelier Resleriana showed promise, it faced several key challenges. Criticism focused on gacha and banner rates, hindering progression for many. The alchemy system, a core element of the Atelier series, failed to deliver the expected creative depth. While the gameplay was functional, it lacked the engagement to compete effectively with established rivals.

In retrospect, the game's struggles might have been predictable. While requests for an offline version have flooded Twitter and Reddit, the likelihood of this happening seems slim. If you've enjoyed Atelier Resleriana, make the most of the remaining months.

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