NPIXEL has officially announced the closure of Gran Saga, marking the end of its brief international journey. The game's service will cease on April 30th, 2025, with in-app purchases and downloads already disabled.

Gran Saga, which enjoyed a successful launch in Japan back in 2021, made its global debut in November 2024. Unfortunately, it only managed to last for six months before the decision to shut down was made.

The primary reason for the closure appears to be financial instability and the inability to sustain a viable service. Although Gran Saga made an impressive start, it failed to secure a significant presence in the intensely competitive global market.

The genre is saturated with well-established games that have loyal player bases, making it extremely challenging for newcomers to succeed without offering something revolutionary. Despite its initial success in Japan, Gran Saga couldn't replicate that momentum on the international stage, leading to its premature closure.

This closure adds to the growing list of gacha RPGs that have been discontinued. Just last month, I reported on the shutdown of My Hero Academia: The Strongest Hero, and it's not alone. Many other games have succumbed to the pressures of an oversaturated market. With so many options available, players tend to stick with familiar titles, making it difficult for new or niche games to survive in the long run.

For players who have made recent purchases and are seeking refunds, you have until May 30th to submit your inquiries. Please note that refunds may not be possible if you have already used your purchases or if other store policies apply.

If you were among those who explored the world of Ethprozen, this goodbye is undoubtedly bittersweet. However, such closures are becoming increasingly common in the mobile gaming industry.

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