"We wanted to deliver an experience that is like stepping into the world of anime, and we have been challenging ourselves to create a world where each and every player can enjoy adventures as the main character of the anime," Bandai Namco said in a blog post.
"We have worked hard to prepare for the release; however, we have come to the conclusion that it will not be possible to provide a service that satisfies all of you," the Bandai Namco statement continues, outlining the circumstances leading to its cancellation.
The announcement comes as a shock to players anticipating Blue Protocol's worldwide release. Prospective players in the game's subreddit have been expressing their dismay in the day since the shutdown was revealed.
Back in June, developers told Famitsu the game was struggling to retain players. The team said it was working to identify where players were falling off and address the issues.
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