Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator is shutting down late in March

Atelier Resleriana's End-of-Service Announcement: A Year of Alchemy Ends March 28th

Koei Tecmo has announced the closure of Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, just one year after its global launch. All services will cease on March 28th, with in-app purchases ending earlier on January 27th. Several in-game events are planned before the shutdown.

The developers cited an inability to maintain their initially set standards as the reason for the closure. Despite ongoing efforts to improve the game and introduce new events, they concluded that continued operation was unsustainable. Players can still use their existing Lodestar Gems, but purchasing more is no longer possible.

This news may not be entirely unexpected for many players. The highly competitive gacha market makes it difficult for new titles to gain traction. Atelier Resleriana, while possessing promising concepts, faced challenges.

Criticism centered on gacha rates and banner systems, hindering player progression. The alchemy mechanics, a cornerstone of the Atelier series, failed to deliver the expected creative depth. While the gameplay was functional, it lacked the engagement to compete effectively with established rivals.

The game's struggles were evident from its launch. While player requests for an offline version are flooding social media, such a release seems unlikely. For those who enjoyed Atelier Resleriana's turn-based RPG elements, the remaining months offer a final opportunity to experience the game. For those ready to move on, a selection of top Android JRPGs awaits!