What's Happening?
Phoenix Labs, developer of Fae Farm, has announced the end of online play for the game on Steam, while the studio's website has gone offline. Fae Farm will remain playable offline in single-player mode, but will not receive future updates. The studio had previously laid off the majority of its staff and closed its debut game Dauntless. Fae Farm has also been removed from the Epic Games Store, indicating potential closure of Phoenix Labs.
Why It's Important?
The closure of Phoenix Labs and the end of online support for Fae Farm reflect challenges faced by smaller game studios in maintaining operations and competing in the gaming industry. This development impacts players who enjoyed the game's online features, highlighting the volatility of game availability and the importance of sustainable business models for developers.
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What's Next?
While Fae Farm remains playable offline, the future of the game on other platforms is uncertain. Players may need to adjust to the loss of online features, and the gaming community may see further discussions on the sustainability of game studios and the preservation of digital content.
