"King of Fighters ALLSTAR Service Officially Ends"

The beloved beat 'em up ARPG, King of Fighters ALLSTAR, will be unexpectedly shutting down its services in October 2024. Netmarble, the game's developer, announced via their official blog that the game will cease operations on October 30th, and in-game purchases have already been disabled.

This news comes as a surprise to many, considering King of Fighters ALLSTAR has been thriving for over six years. The game has successfully collaborated with numerous high-profile fighting game franchises, drawing from the rich history of the King of Fighters series by SNK.

According to the developer's detailed announcement, one of the reasons for the closure is the exhaustion of fighters to adapt into the game, despite the extensive roster available from the KoF series. While this may not be the sole reason, it provides some insight into the decision-making process behind the shutdown.

The closure of King of Fighters ALLSTAR adds to the growing trend of long-running mobile live-service games being discontinued in 2024. This situation underscores the challenges of sustaining these games, even in the highly popular mobile gaming market, where business sustainability remains a significant hurdle.

If you're feeling the void left by King of Fighters ALLSTAR, why not explore new gaming horizons? Check out our curated list of the best mobile games of 2024 to find what's currently topping the charts. Alternatively, dive into our weekly feature highlighting the top five new mobile games you should try. Both lists are regularly updated and cover a wide range of genres, ensuring there's something for everyone, no matter your gaming preferences.