Gran Saga Shuts Down Next Month

NPIXEL has announced the closure of Gran Saga, signaling the end of its brief international journey. The game will officially shut down on April 30th, 2025, with in-app purchases and downloads already disabled. Although Gran Saga enjoyed a successful launch in Japan back in 2021, its global release in November 2024 lasted only six months before the decision to terminate was made.

The closure appears to stem from financial challenges and the inability to sustain a viable service. While Gran Saga made an impressive debut, it struggled to carve out a niche in the fiercely competitive global market. The genre is dominated by established titles with loyal player bases, making it tough for newcomers to break through without offering something revolutionary. Despite its initial popularity in Japan, Gran Saga failed to replicate that success abroad, resulting in its premature closure.

This development follows a trend of gacha RPGs shutting down, including last month's closure of My Hero Academia: The Strongest Hero, among others. The oversaturated market makes it challenging for new or niche games to maintain a foothold, as players often stick with familiar titles.

For those who recently made purchases in Gran Saga, you can request refunds until May 30th. However, refunds might not be possible if you've already used the items or due to other store policies.

If you spent time in the world of Ethprozen, this farewell is undoubtedly difficult, but it reflects a growing trend in the mobile gaming industry. For those seeking a new adventure, check out our list of the best MMOs to play on Android right now to find your next gaming home!