Resident Evil Re:Verse, the multiplayer spin-off of the beloved horror franchise, is set to shut down this June after less than three years on the market. Capcom announced the shutdown in a recent blog post, stating that despite the game having ‘exceeded expectations,’ it has served its ‘celebratory purpose admirably’ and is no longer needed as the series reaches a new turning point. Resident Evil Re:Verse and all its downloadable content will be removed from sale on March 3, but players who have already downloaded the game will be able to access it until June 29. Capcom emphasized that once the service officially ends, players will no longer be able to play Resident Evil Re:Verse. The shutdown will affect all platforms, including PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X and S, and Steam. The game was available by purchasing the latest mainline entry, Resident Evil Village. Capcom did not mention any refunds for the game itself or its DLC.

Resident Evil Re:Verse was developed to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Resident Evil series. Capcom expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support the game received since its release in October 2022, but acknowledged that it has reached a new turning point for the series. ‘We are incredibly grateful for your warm support for Resident Evil Re:Verse, and we deeply apologize for bringing you this disappointing news,’ Capcom stated.

The game made little impact when it arrived in October 2022, earning just a 5/10 in IGN’s review. ‘There are some good ideas in Resident Evil Re:Verse, but balance issues, a lack of content, and aggressive monetization make it little more than a sometimes-fun curiosity,’ the review noted.

As fans of the series prepare for the shutdown, many are left wondering what the future holds for multiplayer experiences within the Resident Evil franchise. Capcom’s decision to shut down Re:Verse suggests a shift in focus, potentially towards new projects or different types of games that better align with their vision for the series’ future.