Friday the 13th: The Game is finally bidding adieu to its fans. This game was a worthy pick in the horror video games genre, generating a cult following since its launch. However, the game has run its course and the developers have stated the game will be delisted. The games will be removed from all major game stores after December 31, 2023.
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Furthermore, the fans who have purchased Friday the 13th can only play it for a year more, i.e., till 2024. But the developers have decided to make this short period a fun one for these remaining players.
Friday the 13th developers make the game completely accessible to all players
Recently, the game’s Twitter handle posted that the devs have made some changes to reduce the dependency on database servers. In these changes, each player in this game has been given the 30 legendary perks along with maxed-out levels. All Challenge Skulls and Kills are unlocked along with no loss in matchmaking.
To help reduce the dependence on database servers, the following changes will be made for all players on Thursday, July 6th. pic.twitter.com/pd9pt36kdy
— Friday The 13th Game (@Friday13thGame) July 3, 2023
This decision has made the fans aware that the game is currently in its last lap. Wes Keltner, the CEO of Gun Interactive, said, “This was the best way we knew to give you, the players, the best experience and a heartfelt thank you, as we move towards an inevitable goodbye”. His tweet has also induced some heartwarming reactions from the fans.
The game is going to be removed from all game stores due to the license of the intellectual property expiring. However, the game was already on its deathbed. The final update for this horror title was rolled out in November 2020. In the same month, the dedicated servers of this game were brought to a halt.
Fans bid adieu to this classic horror game
Multiple fans have come forward to thank the development team and the community for upholding the game. Furthermore, multiple fans have also speculated what the game could have become if the IP still remained.
Thank you for all your hard work throughout the years. This has been my most favourite game for a long time. Many great friends and moments made in this game & because of this game. Its been blast my friends
— ReAnimateHer (@ReAnimateHer_) July 3, 2023
I can only imagine how huge this game could be if it wasn’t abandoned like that
— Troy Accola (@troyaccola) July 3, 2023
But most of the fans have a bittersweet reaction to this game going away. They believe the time for this game to say goodbye has come.
Its been like this the whole day for me, my internet was fine but the game wont work pic.twitter.com/hEtHIjf4w6
— 𝐸𝑚𝑚𝑎𝑛. (@MGamers45) July 6, 2023
doesn't matter, the game flat out doesn't connect to servers. at all…
— insane caffeine addict | ♢ Λ L T E R ♢ (@dingbatvt) July 4, 2023
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