In a jaw-dropping decision, Capcom has stealthily updated the beloved Lost Planet 2 by removing Games for Windows Live (GFWL), effectively crippling its online multiplayer experience and erasing previous save data.

Gamers are in an uproar as this change not only results in lost progress but also makes the game virtually unplayable solo. One frustrated player exclaimed, "The whole appeal of Lost Planet is its co-op features! It’s akin to scrapping the game entirely!" Another fan reacted with disbelief, asking, "Why would they eliminate online co-op for a game that's fundamentally designed for it?"

GFWL, once a staple for online gaming from Microsoft, provided essential features like Xbox achievements and cross-platform play. Now, it’s fallen into obsolescence, leaving players either to wrestle with slow login times or hope for an update from developers—though with Lost Planet 2’s age, the latter seems increasingly unlikely.

On a slightly brighter note, new players shouldn't be too affected—Lost Planet 2 has already been pulled from Steam’s shelves. Capcom left a note on the Steam page acknowledging installation issues linked to GFWL and has temporarily disabled sales while they sort it out.

Lost Planet 2 isn't the only Capcom title feeling the heat; games like Street Fighter x Tekken and Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City are seeing similar issues. However, there is a glimmer of hope since Capcom previously transitioned Resident Evil to Steamworks multiplayer after removing GFWL.

We've reached out to Capcom for their take on this monumental change and will keep you updated. In the meantime, we can't help but remember how Lost Planet 2 received mixed reviews back when it was released in 2010. Is this the final nail in the coffin for a once-popular game?