EA is permanently shutting down an AAA game in 48 hours. Although the servers will cease operations, the game will remain available for purchase on multiple platforms, including PC and consoles. However, much of its functionality will be lost, making it less appealing to new buyers.
Game’s Shutdown Timeline
Players have about two days left to use the game’s online features, as the servers are set to be turned off on October 6. This shutdown was announced earlier this summer. Currently, the game is seeing very few players, with concurrent user counts barely exceeding 100 on Steam.
The game was released by Ghost Games and EA in 2013 as the 20th installment in a racing simulation series. It received decent reviews with a Metacritic rating of 75 to 80 and sold reasonably well. However, newer games in the series have diminished its relevance.
Status of the Series
With the upcoming shutdown and no news of new installments, the franchise seems to be in a challenging position. Recent reports suggest that the series may be put on hold indefinitely, and additional EA game shutdowns are expected this month.
Fans are left wondering about the state of the series and whether previous titles will continue to be supported. The community may be losing interest in the franchise as it has not been actively promoted or updated.
Questions from the Community
Will players miss the game once it’s gone? As per user sentiment, many seem indifferent.
Could the series be revived in the future? Not stated by the source.
What platforms are affected by the shutdown? Primarily PC and major consoles.
