Viral video game Moshi Monsters set to return for 20th anniversary following 2019 shut down
If the answer's yes, you were probably born in the late 90's or noughties and grew up in front of the computer.
The viral video game — which was conceived in 2007 — is leaning on the sentiment of nostalgic players in its bid to return via fan-funded Kickstarter in 2027 to celebrate its 20th anniversary.
Shut down in 2019 due to the discontinuation of Adobe Flash, the game's global fanbase had grown to more than 100 million.
As many as one in two Aussie children between 6-12 are believed to have played.
Users adopted one of six Moshi Monsters, including Diavlo, Furi, Poppet, Luvli, Katsuma, Zommer and Dr. StrangeGlove — collecting nearly 300 Moshlings while exploring Monstro City.
Outgrowing the online sphere, the Moshi universe had even been incorporated into a blockbuster movie, apps for children, figurines, books and more.
Mind Candy, the game's creator, said it had been inundated with pleas from fans who had expressed hope the game could be resurrected.
So they recruited them to bring it back to life.
'Since closing the doors to Moshi Monsters in 2019, we have seen nostalgia for the game continue to grow, with fans constantly calling for us to bring it back, ' the company said in a statement.
'On its 20th Anniversary, we're excited to bring back the iconic game – not only for our loyal fans, but for a whole new generation of children who have yet to experience the magic of Moshi Monsters.
'This Kickstarter is a brilliant opportunity for us to hear directly from the fans and work with them to shape the game. We can't wait to rebuild Monstro City together.'
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