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Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Three hit games owned by 21 million fans going offline forever in weeks as players warned to ‘complete' before deadline
Look out for refunds from one of the titles POWER OFF Three hit games owned by 21 million fans going offline forever in weeks as players warned to 'complete' before deadline THREE major video games are due to go offline for good in a matter of weeks – and two will become totally unplayable. The third will lose all access to online services and support, but you'll still be able to access it via an offline mode. 5 Millions of console owners will be affected – including Xbox players Credit: Microsoft Xbox 5 PlayStation owners will also be hit by the game closures Credit: Sony PlayStation Millions of players across consoles and PCs will be affected by the shutdowns, all of which are taking place in June. And it'll affect sports games, shooters, and a hit horror title too. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #1 – XDefiant Shutting Down: June 3, 2025 Ubisoft shooter XDefiant is due to shut down in a matter of weeks. The game is currently available on Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 5, and Windows – but not for long. Despite launching just one year ago (May 21, 2024) – and reaching a high of 11 million players – the game is about to be killed off for good. "Thank you for your incredible dedication and support of XDefiant, Ubisoft said. "We regret to inform you that we are initiating the sunset process starting today, December 3rd, 2024. "As a result, new downloads, player registrations and purchases will no longer be available. Season 3 will still launch, so stay tuned for more updates to come. "The servers will remain active, and the game will be fully playable until June 3rd, 2025." Get an inside look at the new PS5 30th anniversary edition Ubisoft said that players who purchased the Ultimate Founders Pack will get a full refund automatically. And if you've made any VC or DLC purchases since November 3, 2024, you'll also be fully refunded. This will take about eight weeks to process. Ubisoft admitted that the news would be a "disappointment", adding: "We deeply appreciate the time and passion you have invested in our community." 5 Doomed shooter XDefiant is due to go offline for good Credit: Ubisoft The game is due to go offline on June 3, 2025. There's no offline mode, which means there won't be any way to play the game following the shutdown. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #2 – Resident Evil Re:Verse Shutting Down: June 29, 2025 Resident Evil Re:Verse is also shutting down, with just over a month until closure. The multiplayer game was released in October 2021, bundled in with Resident Evil Village (which sold 10.5 million copies). But it's due to be killed off for good on June 29. "This is to inform you that service will be ending for Resident Evil Re:Verse, which comes packaged with a purchase of Resident Evil Village for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or Steam," Capcom explained. "The application and all of its related DLC will no longer be available for download or purchase." 5 Resident Evil Re:Verse will soon be totally unplayable Credit: Capcom Capcom continued: "Resident Evil Re:Verse was developed in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Resident Evil series, and your overwhelming support for the game has far exceeded our expectations since the time of its release. "Now that we've reached a new turning point for the series, we feel that Resident Evil Re:Verse has served its original, celebratory purpose admirably. "We are incredibly grateful for your warm support for Resident Evil Re:Verse, and we deeply apologise for bringing you this disappointing news." The game is already no longer available for download, and its DLC has been scrapped (as of March 3). Then as of June 29, gamers will no longer be able to play the title. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #3 – Madden NFL 21 Shutting Down: June 30, 2025 American football fans will lose online support for Madden NFL 21 at the end of June too. The 2020 title reportedly sold well, according to game-maker EA, although we don't have exact figures. 5 Madden NFL 21 is losing all online support in a matter of weeks Credit: EA Sports But in any case, the now-aged title is due to have its servers shut down for good. "Thank you for your loyalty and passion for Madden NFL over the years," EA Sports said. "As of June 30, 2025, online services, support, and in-game purchasing for Madden NFL 21 will be retired." Madden Points are already no longer available for purchase in the game (as of April 1). OTHER GAME CLOSURES COMING UP Here's what to watch out for... MultiVersus - May 30 xDefiant - June 3 The First Descendant - June 19 Black Desert - June 26 Resident Evil ReVerse - June 29 Madden NFL 21 - June 30 Arizona Sunshine - July 1 Skyworld - July 1 Danmachi Battle Chronicle - September 29 WWE 2K24 - September 30 Madden NFL 22 - October 20 PGA Tour 2K21 - October 30 NBA 2K24 - December 31 But it's still possible to use any existing balances until June 30. Then on June 30, any of your unused Madden Points will expire. The only upside is that you can still play the game offline after June 30 on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, and PC. But all online services, support, and in-game purchasing will shut down.
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Three hit games owned by 21 million fans going offline forever in weeks as players warned to ‘complete' before deadline
POWER OFF Look out for refunds from one of the titles THREE major video games are due to go offline for good in a matter of weeks – and two will become totally unplayable. The third will lose all access to online services and support, but you'll still be able to access it via an offline mode. 5 5 Millions of players across consoles and PCs will be affected by the shutdowns, all of which are taking place in June. And it'll affect sports games, shooters, and a hit horror title too. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #1 – XDefiant Shutting Down: June 3, 2025 Ubisoft shooter XDefiant is due to shut down in a matter of weeks. The game is currently available on Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 5, and Windows – but not for long. Despite launching just one year ago (May 21, 2024) – and reaching a high of 11 million players – the game is about to be killed off for good. "Thank you for your incredible dedication and support of XDefiant, Ubisoft said. "We regret to inform you that we are initiating the sunset process starting today, December 3rd, 2024. "As a result, new downloads, player registrations and purchases will no longer be available. Season 3 will still launch, so stay tuned for more updates to come. "The servers will remain active, and the game will be fully playable until June 3rd, 2025." Get an inside look at the new PS5 30th anniversary edition Ubisoft said that players who purchased the Ultimate Founders Pack will get a full refund automatically. And if you've made any VC or DLC purchases since November 3, 2024, you'll also be fully refunded. This will take about eight weeks to process. Ubisoft admitted that the news would be a "disappointment", adding: "We deeply appreciate the time and passion you have invested in our community." 5 The game is due to go offline on June 3, 2025. There's no offline mode, which means there won't be any way to play the game following the shutdown. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #2 – Resident Evil Re:Verse Shutting Down: June 29, 2025 Resident Evil Re:Verse is also shutting down, with just over a month until closure. The multiplayer game was released in October 2021, bundled in with Resident Evil Village (which sold 10.5 million copies). But it's due to be killed off for good on June 29. "This is to inform you that service will be ending for Resident Evil Re:Verse, which comes packaged with a purchase of Resident Evil Village for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or Steam," Capcom explained. "The application and all of its related DLC will no longer be available for download or purchase." 5 Capcom continued: "Resident Evil Re:Verse was developed in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Resident Evil series, and your overwhelming support for the game has far exceeded our expectations since the time of its release. "Now that we've reached a new turning point for the series, we feel that Resident Evil Re:Verse has served its original, celebratory purpose admirably. "We are incredibly grateful for your warm support for Resident Evil Re:Verse, and we deeply apologise for bringing you this disappointing news." The game is already no longer available for download, and its DLC has been scrapped (as of March 3). Then as of June 29, gamers will no longer be able to play the title. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #3 – Madden NFL 21 Shutting Down: June 30, 2025 American football fans will lose online support for Madden NFL 21 at the end of June too. The 2020 title reportedly sold well, according to game-maker EA, although we don't have exact figures. 5 But in any case, the now-aged title is due to have its servers shut down for good. "Thank you for your loyalty and passion for Madden NFL over the years," EA Sports said. "As of June 30, 2025, online services, support, and in-game purchasing for Madden NFL 21 will be retired." Madden Points are already no longer available for purchase in the game (as of April 1). OTHER GAME CLOSURES COMING UP Here's what to watch out for... MultiVersus - May 30 xDefiant - June 3 The First Descendant - June 19 Black Desert - June 26 Resident Evil ReVerse - June 29 Madden NFL 21 - June 30 Arizona Sunshine - July 1 Skyworld - July 1 Danmachi Battle Chronicle - September 29 WWE 2K24 - September 30 Madden NFL 22 - October 20 PGA Tour 2K21 - October 30 NBA 2K24 - December 31 But it's still possible to use any existing balances until June 30. Then on June 30, any of your unused Madden Points will expire. The only upside is that you can still play the game offline after June 30 on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, and PC. But all online services, support, and in-game purchasing will shut down. Another hit game loved snapped up by 15 million players is due to close down soon.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Three hit games owned by 21 million fans going offline forever in weeks as players warned to ‘complete' before deadline
THREE major video games are due to go offline for good in a matter of weeks – and two will become totally unplayable. The third will lose all access to online services and support, but you'll still be able to access it via an offline mode. Advertisement 5 Millions of console owners will be affected – including Xbox players Credit: Microsoft Xbox 5 PlayStation owners will also be hit by the game closures Credit: Sony PlayStation Millions of players across consoles and PCs will be affected by the shutdowns, all of which are taking place in June. And it'll affect sports games, shooters, and a hit horror title too. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #1 – XDefiant Shutting Down: June 3, 2025 Ubisoft shooter XDefiant is due to shut down in a matter of weeks. Advertisement Read more on vanishing games The game is currently available on Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 5, and Windows – but not for long. Despite launching just one year ago (May 21, 2024) – and reaching a high of 11 million players – the game is about to be killed off for good. "Thank you for your incredible dedication and support of XDefiant, Ubisoft said. "We regret to inform you that we are initiating the sunset process starting today, December 3rd, 2024. Advertisement Most read in Gaming Review "As a result, new downloads, player registrations and purchases will no longer be available. Season 3 will still launch, so stay tuned for more updates to come. "The servers will remain active, and the game will be fully playable until June 3rd, 2025." Get an inside look at the new PS5 30th anniversary edition Ubisoft said that players who purchased the Ultimate Founders Pack will get a full refund automatically. And if you've made any VC or DLC purchases since November 3, 2024, you'll also be fully refunded. Advertisement This will take about eight weeks to process. Ubisoft admitted that the news would be a "disappointment", adding: "We deeply appreciate the time and passion you have invested in our community." 5 Doomed shooter XDefiant is due to go offline for good Credit: Ubisoft The game is due to go offline on June 3, 2025. Advertisement There's no offline mode, which means there won't be any way to play the game following the shutdown. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #2 – Resident Evil Re:Verse Shutting Down: June 29, 2025 Resident Evil Re:Verse is also shutting down, with just over a month until closure. The multiplayer game was released in October 2021, bundled in with Resident Evil Village (which sold 10.5 million copies). Advertisement But it's due to be killed off for good on June 29. "This is to inform you that service will be ending for Resident Evil Re:Verse, which comes packaged with a purchase of Resident Evil Village for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or Steam," Capcom explained. "The application and all of its related DLC will no longer be available for download or purchase." 5 Resident Evil Re:Verse will soon be totally unplayable Credit: Capcom Advertisement Capcom continued: "Resident Evil Re:Verse was developed in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Resident Evil series, and your overwhelming support for the game has far exceeded our expectations since the time of its release. "Now that we've reached a new turning point for the series, we feel that Resident Evil Re:Verse has served its original, celebratory purpose admirably. "We are incredibly grateful for your warm support for Resident Evil Re:Verse, and we deeply apologise for bringing you this disappointing news." The game is already no longer available for download, and its DLC has been scrapped (as of March 3). Advertisement Then as of June 29, gamers will no longer be able to play the title. GAME SERVER CLOSURE #3 – Madden NFL 21 Shutting Down: June 30, 2025 American football fans will lose online support for Madden NFL 21 at the end of June too. The 2020 title reportedly sold well, according to game-maker EA, although we don't have exact figures. Advertisement 5 Madden NFL 21 is losing all online support in a matter of weeks Credit: EA Sports But in any case, the now-aged title is due to have its servers shut down for good. "Thank you for your loyalty and passion for Madden NFL over the years," EA Sports said. "As of June 30, 2025, online services, support, and in-game purchasing for Madden NFL 21 will be retired." Advertisement Madden Points are already no longer available for purchase in the game (as of April 1). OTHER GAME CLOSURES COMING UP Here's what to watch out for... MultiVersus - May 30 xDefiant - June 3 The First Descendant - June 19 Black Desert - June 26 Resident Evil ReVerse - June 29 Madden NFL 21 - June 30 Arizona Sunshine - July 1 Skyworld - July 1 Danmachi Battle Chronicle - September 29 WWE 2K24 - September 30 Madden NFL 22 - October 20 PGA Tour 2K21 - October 30 NBA 2K24 - December 31 But it's still possible to use any existing balances until June 30. Then on June 30, any of your unused Madden Points will expire. The only upside is that you can still play the game offline after June 30 on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, and PC. Advertisement But all online services, support, and in-game purchasing will shut down.
eNCA
15-05-2025
- Business
- eNCA
'Assassin's Creed' no saviour for struggling Ubisoft
PARIS - A bumper release for the latest "Assassin's Creed" instalment did not save French video games giant Ubisoft from falling back into the red in its 2024-25 financial year. The company had won through to profitability in 2023-24 after a near half-billion-euro loss in the previous period. But a string of disappointing releases undermined this year's performance, with a net loss of 159 million euros ($178-million) on revenues of 1.9 billion -- down 17.5 percent year-on-year. Over the past 12 months, Ubisoft's would-be blockbuster "Star Wars Outlaws" fell short of sales expectations on release, while it cancelled multiplayer first-person shooter "XDefiant" for lack of players. "This year has been a challenging one for Ubisoft, with mixed dynamics across our portfolio, amid intense industry competition," chief executive Yves Guillemot said in a statement. Ubisoft's preferred performance indicator, so-called "net bookings" -- which excludes some deferred revenues -- also fell by more than 20 percent year-on-year, to 1.8 billion euros. The group expects the measure to hold steady in the coming 2025-26 financial year, during which it will release a new "Prince of Persia" game, strategy title "Anno 117: Pax Romana" and mobile versions of shooters "Rainbow Six" and "The Division". Disappointing shipments have been matched by a tumbling stock price. But in recent weeks the publisher's biggest money-spinner has been as dependable as ever, with "Assassin's Creed Shadows" winning over more than three million players with its story of medieval Japanese intrigue since its March 20 release. "Shadows" swiftly rose to become the second-best-selling game of the year so far in the United States, according to data from consultancy Circana.
Japan Today
14-05-2025
- Business
- Japan Today
'Assassin's Creed' no savior for struggling Ubisoft
'Assassin's Creed' came through with strong sales but could not keep Ubisoft from a net loss By Kilian FICHOU A bumper release for the latest "Assassin's Creed" instalment did not save French video games giant Ubisoft from falling back into the red in its 2024-25 financial year, the company said on Wednesday. The company had won through to profitability in 2023-24 after a near half-billion-euro loss in the previous period. But a string of disappointing releases undermined this year's performance, with a net loss of 159 million euros ($178 million) on revenues of 1.9 billion -- down 17.5 percent year-on-year. Over the past 12 months, Ubisoft's would-be blockbuster "Star Wars Outlaws" fell short of sales expectations on release, while it cancelled multiplayer first-person shooter "XDefiant" for lack of players. "This year has been a challenging one for Ubisoft, with mixed dynamics across our portfolio, amid intense industry competition," chief executive Yves Guillemot said in a statement. Ubisoft's preferred performance indicator, so-called "net bookings" -- which excludes some deferred revenues -- also fell by more than 20 percent year-on-year, to 1.8 billion euros. The group expects the measure to hold steady in the coming 2025-26 financial year, during which it will release a new "Prince of Persia" game, strategy title "Anno 117: Pax Romana" and mobile versions of shooters "Rainbow Six" and "The Division". Disappointing shipments have been matched by a tumbling stock price. But in recent weeks the publisher's biggest money-spinner has been as dependable as ever, with "Assassin's Creed Shadows" winning over more than three million players with its story of medieval Japanese intrigue since its March 20 release. "Shadows" swiftly rose to become the second-best-selling game of the year so far in the United States, according to data from consultancy Circana. Moving to address its business woes, Ubisoft said in late March that it would create a new subsidiary to manage its three top franchises: "Assassin's Creed", "Far Cry" and "Rainbow Six". Around 3,000 of the group's 17,000 employees worldwide will work in the new unit, Guillemot has said. It will not own the games' brands, instead paying royalties to the parent company to use them. The subsidiary has been valued at more than four billion euros, or twice Ubisoft's current market capitalisation, after Chinese tech giant Tencent agreed to invest 1.16 billion in exchange for a stake of around 25 percent. Spinning off the biggest-selling games "was the least committal of the available options without simply returning to shareholders empty-handed," said Martin Szumski, an analyst at Morningstar, ahead of the earnings report. One activist fund with a minority stake in Ubisoft had tried to rally other investors to demand a change of course. Leaving investors "underwhelmed", according to Szumski, the subsidiary plan has not kept the mothership's stock from eroding further in value, hit in part by fears over U.S. tariffs. Since January, the shares have lost more than 12 percent, touching their lowest price in over a decade in April. Ubisoft has promised details of more restructuring moves by the end of 2025 and aims to save a further 100 million euros over the coming two years as part of a cost-cutting drive launched in 2023. The company on Wednesday also reported net debt of 885 million euros, down from 1.4 billion in September. Ubisoft's restructuring means Tencent, which climbed aboard as an investor in 2018, will have a bigger say in the French firm -- although Guillemot insisted to French senators at a hearing last week that he will "retain control" over the new subsidiary. Looking ahead, "if Ubisoft is unable to use the money Tencent invested in a meaningful way, it is certainly possible that Tencent pursues buying the firm outright" even in the face of fierce resistance from the founding Guillemot brothers, Szumski suggested. Ubisoft's belt-tightening program has brought closures of several foreign studios and thousands of job cuts. Worldwide, the company is replacing only one in three departing workers, Guillemot told the Senate. © 2025 AFP
