After six long years of uncertain existence, Anthem—the EA sci-fi title many have forgotten—is set to close its servers. EA has announced that the game will officially go offline on January 12, 2026, marking nearly seven years of availability to players.
In a statement released on July 3, EA confirmed, “After careful consideration, we will be sunsetting Anthem on January 12, 2026.” They mentioned that players have a six-month window to enjoy the game before it is permanently shut down. After that date, Anthem will no longer be accessible.
Changes You Should Know
As of July 3, all premium currency purchases have been halted. Any players who already own currency can use it until next January. If you currently have the game, you can still download and play it before the final shutdown. If you’ve been hesitant about experiencing one of gaming’s biggest letdowns, now might be your last chance.
What Will Happen After the Shutdown?
Interestingly, with the rise of movements like the Stop Killing Games Initiative gaining momentum—having recently surpassed one million signatures—it’s worth noting that Anthem will become completely unplayable after its servers go dark. EA defends this by stating that the game was designed exclusively as an online experience, and without servers, “the game will no longer be playable.”
Reflections on the Game’s Journey
While it’s unsurprising given the current state of the AAA gaming industry, I find it stunning that Anthem lasted this long. Launched in 2019 to widespread criticism, many of us believed it had vanished long ago, joining the ranks of other failed live-service titles.
Is There Any Hope for Retrieving Content?
Will players be able to recover their in-game purchases or progress after the servers shut down? Unfortunately, once the servers are turned off, any progress, items, or currency will be lost permanently, leaving players with nothing to show for their time invested in Anthem.
Could EA Resurrect the Game?
Is there a possibility of EA bringing Anthem back in a revamped form? While it’s theoretically possible, given the game’s history and player feedback, the prospect seems unlikely unless significant changes are made to its core mechanics and gameplay.
What’s Next for EA and Its Players?
What will EA focus on after Anthem‘s closure? With other titles in the pipeline, EA plans to concentrate on games with more potential for success, hoping to move forward from this disappointing chapter.
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