NPIXEL has announced that Gran Saga, a game that enjoyed initial success in Japan, will be shutting down its global servers on April 30th, 2025. The international version, which launched in November 2024, struggled to gain traction in the highly competitive global market, leading to the decision to end the service after just six months.
The closure is attributed to financial instability and challenges in maintaining sustainable operations. The mobile gaming landscape is dominated by established titles with loyal fanbases, making it difficult for new games like Gran Saga to carve out a niche, despite their early successes in other regions.
This trend of gacha RPGs closing down is becoming increasingly common. For instance, last month saw the closure of My Hero Academia: The Strongest Hero, and several other games have also succumbed to the pressures of an oversaturated market. Players often prefer to stick with familiar games, which poses a significant challenge for new or niche titles trying to establish a foothold.
In-app purchases for Gran Saga have already been disabled, but players who have made recent purchases and are seeking refunds have until May 30th to submit their inquiries. However, refunds may not be possible if the purchased items have already been used or due to other store policies.
For those who ventured into the world of Ethprozen, this closure marks a bittersweet end. The mobile gaming community continues to see such closures, reflecting the harsh realities of the industry.
If you're looking for a new game to fill the void left by Gran Saga, you might want to check out our list of the best MMOs to play on Android right now.
