Akatsuki Games has recently made a shocking announcement regarding the end-of-service (EOS) for their latest game, Tribe Nine. Launched just a few months ago in February across Android, iOS, and PC via Steam, the news of its impending closure has left many fans bewildered and disappointed. Let's dive into the details and explore the reasons behind this unexpected decision.
When Is the Tribe Nine EOS?
Mark your calendars: Tribe Nine will officially cease operations on November 27th, 2025. Alongside this disheartening news, Akatsuki Games has also confirmed that the much-anticipated Chapter 4 of the main story will not see the light of day. This comes as a blow especially since the game had just begun teasing the exciting developments to come. As of May 15th, all new updates, features, bug fixes, and content releases have been halted. This means any previously announced adjustments or new features are no longer on the roadmap.
Additionally, two characters, Ichinosuke Akiba and Saizo Akiba, who were set to join the game's roster, will not be added. For players who have made in-game purchases, refunds will be issued for Paid Enigma Entities used on items like Armed Support, Advanced Support, and the Support Contract – Revenio. These refunds will be processed after the Revenio contract concludes.
Moreover, the purchase of Enigma Entities and Daily Passes has been discontinued across both the app and web store. However, players can continue to use their existing Enigma Entities until the game's official shutdown.
Why Did It Fail So Soon?
Tribe Nine is a free-to-play extreme action RPG that boasts a distinctive style and rich worldbuilding. Despite its quality, the game struggled from the outset. A major issue was its slow content release schedule, with only one story chapter and one event launched within the first three months. This lack of regular updates likely contributed to waning player interest.
Another factor was the game's monetization strategy. Tribe Nine allowed players to build a competitive team with just one pull, and duplicates were not necessary for progression. While this was advantageous for players, it posed a challenge for the developers in generating revenue. The gacha system, which is often a key revenue driver for such games, did not yield the expected financial returns for Tribe Nine.
Despite these setbacks, the game remains playable until its closure on November 27th. If you haven't yet experienced Tribe Nine, you can still give it a try by downloading it from the Google Play Store.
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