King of Fighters ALLSTAR to End Service in October 2024

Netmarble has announced the unexpected closure of its mobile beat 'em up ARPG, King of Fighters ALLSTAR, on October 30th, 2024. In-app purchases have already been disabled.

This news comes as a surprise, given the game's six-year run and numerous collaborations with other prominent fighting game franchises. The game, based on SNK's King of Fighters series, has enjoyed considerable success.

The official announcement, while not explicitly stating all reasons, suggests a contributing factor is the depletion of characters from the KoF roster suitable for adaptation into the game. While this is likely not the sole reason, it offers some insight into the decision.

What's Next?

The closure of King of Fighters ALLSTAR unfortunately continues a trend of long-running mobile live-service games shutting down. This highlights the inherent risks and challenges in maintaining these titles, even within the thriving mobile gaming market.

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