Evil Dead: The Game Disappears!

In a surprising move, Saber Interactive announced on Wednesday that they are officially pulling Evil Dead: The Game from all major digital storefronts, including Steam. The developer took to their Steam page to confirm the news, stating, "We can confirm we’ve begun the process of removing the game from digital storefronts."

A Game With a Strong Start!

Originally launched in 2022, Evil Dead: The Game combined the thrill of survival horror with the adrenaline of action games, reminiscent of hits like Dead by Daylight and Left 4 Dead. It kicked off impressively, selling over 500,000 copies within just five days of release. Available on platforms such as PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC through the Epic Games Store, it even made its debut on Steam in 2023, peaking at 586 concurrent players.

What Happened to the Switch Release?

Exciting plans for a Nintendo Switch version of the game were abruptly canceled in September 2023, with Saber Interactive stating they would no longer be developing new content for it. Despite the removal from stores, the developer promises to keep the servers running, ensuring that existing players can still enjoy their experience. "We will keep the servers up for the foreseeable future and address any major issues that arise," they assured.

Reasons Behind the Digital Delisting!

Players noticed this week that the game has already been yanked from both Epic Games’ and Sony’s digital platforms, yet Saber has not provided any specific reasons for this unexpected decision. The trend of delisting games is becoming increasingly common in the gaming industry, often due to varied issues such as licensing complications or logistical constraints. For instance, 2K Games had to remove Spec Ops: The Line due to licensing problems.

The Fate of Your Favorite Games!

While it remains uncertain what the future holds for Evil Dead: The Game, the developer has made it clear that players will still have access as long as the servers are operational. However, this situation serves as a stark reminder for gamers of how precarious access to digital titles can be. Will other beloved titles face a similar fate? Only time will tell!