Atelier Resleriana: A Year-End Farewell
Koei Tecmo has announced the closure of Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, effective March 28th, 2024, just one year after its global launch. In-app purchases will be disabled starting January 27th. The developers cited an inability to maintain their intended quality standards as the reason for the shutdown. While ongoing improvements and events were implemented, the team ultimately deemed continued operation unsustainable. Players can still utilize existing Lodestar Gems, but further purchases are unavailable.
This news may not be entirely unexpected for many players. The highly competitive gacha market presents significant challenges for new titles, and Atelier Resleriana, despite promising concepts, faced hurdles. Criticism frequently targeted the gacha and banner rates, hindering player progression. The core alchemy mechanics, a hallmark of the Atelier series, fell short of expectations, failing to deliver the anticipated creative depth. While the gameplay was functional, it lacked the engagement needed to compete effectively within the genre.
The game's struggles were perhaps foreshadowed from its launch. While player requests for an offline version are circulating on Twitter and Reddit, the likelihood of its realization remains low. For those who enjoyed Atelier Resleriana's turn-based RPG elements, the coming months offer a final opportunity to savor the remaining experience.
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