Kakao Games has announced the closure of the European and North American servers for the popular open-world MMO ArcheAge, which will take effect on June 27. Ending an era that started back in 2014, this decision comes due to a significant drop in active players which has impacted the game's intended experience. In preparation for the closure, the ArcheAge Sunset event has been launched, providing players with free top-tier equipment, growth materials, and other boosts to enjoy until the servers go dark. Although refund options for unused Credits and purchased web packages are not available, recent purchases made within the last 14 days before the announcement are eligible for refunds under specific conditions. However, players cannot transfer their in-game data to other regions.
When will ArcheAge servers shut down?
ArcheAge servers in Europe and North America will shut down on June 27.
XL Games, the developer behind ArcheAge, is led by Jake Song, known for his work on the celebrated game Lineage. XL Games is currently developing a sequel, ArcheAge 2, for PC and consoles, aiming to enhance the visual fidelity, the in-game trade system, housing, and customization features. This sequel is hoped to offer an evolved experience where players can live in towns or create settlements with guild members. Fans of ArcheAge may look forward to this next installment for a fresh take on the game's world and mechanics.
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Well, it's always sad to see a game server shut down, but it's cool that they're giving players some freebies to enjoy before the lights go out. And hey, with ArcheAge 2 in the works, maybe there's a bright future ahead for fans of the franchise
It's always a bit sad to see game servers shut down, but it's great that they're giving players a chance to enjoy the game before the lights go out. Looking forward to seeing what ArcheAge 2 will bring to the table, especially with its enhanced visuals and new gameplay features
Bummer to hear about ArcheAge's European and North American servers shutting down. But hey, ArcheAge 2 sounds promising with its enhanced features and settlement building. Looking forward to seeing what that'll bring to the table