Dark Souls 2 Online Servers Shutting Down on PS3 and Xbox 360 in Late March

FromSoftware, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Dark Souls series, has announced the imminent shutdown of Dark Souls 2 servers for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on March 31, 2024. This means that gamers will no longer have access to online multiplayer features on these platforms but can continue to enjoy the game offline. The servers for Dark Souls 2 on newer platforms like PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One will remain operational. The game, first released in 2014, expanded to these newer platforms with the updated version Dark Souls 2: Scholar of the First Sin in 2015, offering an enhanced experience which will continue to be accessible to players across the globe.

The Dark Souls 2 servers are scheduled to close on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on March 31, 2024. Servers for the game on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One will continue to operate.

Dark Souls 2 is an action RPG developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is the second game in the Souls series, following the success of the original Dark Souls, and is known for its challenging gameplay and deep lore. The game's dedicated player base and the impact on the action RPG genre are notable, with many citing it for its intricate level design, complex story, and punishing difficulty that rewards patience and strategy.