Dauntless, the multiplayer monster-hunting game by Phoenix Labs, is set to shut down on May 29, with no future updates or content planned for players. Launched in 2019, the game drew attention for its approachable gameplay and cross-platform features but faced backlash after its recent Steam release, which received overwhelmingly negative reviews largely due to new monetization strategies and a controversial player data wipe. This closure follows a troubling trend of layoffs at Phoenix Labs, raising questions about the future of their other projects.
Dauntless, the free-to-play Monster Hunter-like from developer Phoenix Labs, will shut down May 29, with no new content or updates and the game becoming unplayable.
Phoenix Labs has faced significant challenges, including layoffs and negative user reviews, especially after the recent Steam launch and changes to monetization that frustrated players.
The shutdown announcement follows a series of layoffs at Phoenix Labs, which has previously had to restructure amidst acquiring by a blockchain company, raising concerns about its other titles.
Despite the impending closure, Phoenix Labs expressed gratitude to their affected team members, acknowledging their contributions as invaluable to the company's legacy.
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