The game Nosgoth was ultimately cancelled by Square Enix in April 2016, primarily because it failed to captivate a broad audience. This decision came shortly after plans were announced for the game to leave its early access phase.
The Cancellation of Nosgoth
Nosgoth was a free-to-play multiplayer game developed by Psyonix and published by Square Enix, set within the Legacy of Kain universe. While it was in early access, there were intentions to fully release the game.
Key Events Leading to Cancellation
- March 2016: Square Enix and Psyonix announced that Nosgoth would soon be transitioning out of its early access period, signaling an upcoming full release.
- April 8, 2016: Just a short time after the positive announcement, Square Enix declared the cancellation of Nosgoth. The game was officially shut down, and development ceased.
Reason for Cancellation
The primary reason cited for the abrupt cancellation was the game's inability to attract and retain a sufficiently large player base. Despite its unique premise and connection to a beloved franchise, Nosgoth struggled to resonate with a broad audience, leading the publishers to conclude that it would not be commercially viable in the long term.
