Revue Starlight Re LIVE: Curtain Call on September 30th
The mobile game, Revue Starlight Re LIVE, based on the popular anime series, is officially shutting down its servers on September 30th, 2024, at 07:00 UTC. After nearly six years on Android, this chapter of the Revue Starlight story will conclude.
Reasons for the Shutdown: A Retrospective
While not entirely unexpected, the announcement of Revue Starlight Re LIVE's end-of-service (EOS) is still bittersweet. The game, intended as a direct continuation of the anime, struggled to maintain player engagement over its five-and-a-half-year run. Several factors contributed to its decline, including:
- Repetitive Content: Players experienced a cycle of repetitive events and reused assets, leading to a sense of stagnation.
- Costly Battle Passes: The game's monetization strategy, featuring expensive battle passes, alienated a portion of the player base.
- Unpopular Narrative Choices: Storyline developments, such as the abrupt shift from The Giraffe to a less engaging narrative arc, negatively impacted player reception. This closure affects the global player base, including Japan.
A Farewell to the Positives
Despite its shortcomings, Revue Starlight Re LIVE offered some positive aspects:
- Exceptional Soundtrack: The game featured a rich soundtrack incorporating many beloved songs from the anime.
- Stunning Visuals: High-quality 3D graphics and Live2D animations provided a visually appealing experience.
A Final Encore: Farewell Campaigns
Although the game's lifespan is nearing its end, players still have a few weeks to enjoy the remaining content. Developers are launching several farewell campaigns in August and September, including:
- "Thank You For Everything" Campaign: Offering 10 free pulls daily.
- Two-Month Birthday Celebration: Featuring two "New Stage Girl Gacha" events in August and September.
For those interested in experiencing Revue Starlight Re LIVE one last time before its closure, the game is available on the Google Play Store. Don't miss this final opportunity to say goodbye to the Stage Girls!
