The strategic tower defense game, Code Geass: Lost Stories, is ceasing global mobile operations. While the Japanese version will continue, the international servers are officially shutting down on August 29th, 2024. This marks a short lifespan for the game, which launched globally only in September 2023.
Developed by f4samurai and DMM Games, and published by Komoe, the game is based on the popular Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion anime and manga franchise. The global shutdown date also affects all official social media accounts.
Closure Timeline:
- August 14th, 2024: In-app purchases and new downloads are disabled.
- August 29th, 2024: All global servers shut down; accounts become inaccessible.
Reasons for Shutdown:
The developers haven't explicitly stated the reasons, but low download numbers and generally unfavorable global reviews are likely contributing factors. Many licensed anime gacha games struggle to maintain a substantial player base outside of Japan, where player spending tends to be higher. The game's blend of RPG, action, and tower defense elements, while appealing to some, apparently didn't translate to widespread global success.
Japanese players can still access the game via the Google Play Store. For other gaming news, check out the latest on Sky: Children of the Light's Tournament of Triumph!