EA's online shooter Anthem is set to permanently shut down on January 12, 2026, following its removal from the storefront on August 15. Players will retain access only if the game is already in their library. The ability to purchase premium currency has ceased, although existing balances can still be used. Anthem faced criticism at launch in 2019 for its reliance on grinding and various bugs. BioWare halted active development in 2021 after significant setbacks and layoffs, focusing on Mass Effect 5 in a reduced team.
Anthem will shut down permanently on January 12, 2026, with its storefront removal on August 15. Players can only access the game if already in their library.
Players cannot purchase premium in-game currency anymore; existing balances can still be utilized. Once the servers are offline, the game will be unplayable.
Launched in 2019, Anthem received poor reviews citing grinding and bugs. BioWare promised fixes, but the damage was severe by that time.
BioWare ceased active development of Anthem in 2021, leading to layoffs. EA laid off 50 BioWare employees in 2023 after underperformance from Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
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