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Notable 2024 Game Delistings Overview

Jan 16, 2025

Notable Games Disappeared from Storefronts in 2024

Introduction

  • Overview of 10 notable games that suddenly disappeared from storefronts in 2024.
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1. Sonic Generations

  • Release Date: 2011
  • Initially available on: PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo 3DS.
  • Delisting Reason: Announced remastered version (Sonic cross Shadow Generations) led to delisting from Windows Steam and Xbox's storefronts.
  • Availability: Still available through a bundle on Steam.

2. DC Dual Force

  • Description: Card game featuring DC heroes and villains similar to Marvel Snap.
  • Issues: Slow gameplay, complicated rules, and poor reception.
  • Status: Shut down in February 2024 after less than a year.

3. Spec Ops: The Line

  • Reputation: Considered one of the best shooter games due to its narrative and performance.
  • Delisting Reason: Expiring licensing agreements, possibly involving copyrighted music.
  • Status: Delisted in January 2024, with hopes for a relisting or remaster.

4. Forza Horizon 4

  • Delisting Cycle: Common in Forza games due to licensing issues.
  • Availability: Base game available until December 15, 2024; DLC removed in June 2024.
  • Player Base: Over 24 million players in its lifespan.

5. The Crew

  • Delisting Announcement: Made in December 2023 due to server infrastructure and licensing constraints.
  • Community Reaction: Review bombed and complaints received by authorities.
  • Player Data: Average of 117.5 players from July 2018 until delisting in March 2024.

6. Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time

  • Delisting Reason: Part of games published under Adult Swim; delisted on December 23, 2024.
  • Market Impact: Physical copies saw price increases post-delisting.

7. X Defiant

  • Launch Date: May 2024.
  • Reception: Mixed reviews; technical issues noted.
  • Delisting: Announced in December 2024, with servers shutting down in June 2025.

8. Little Big Planet 3

  • Delisting Announcement: By Sony in October 2024; all DLC removed post October 31, 2024.
  • Sales Data: Over 5 million units sold.

9. Concord

  • Launch Date: Late August 2024.
  • Issue: Poor reception led to removal from sale after just 11 days.
  • Market Impact: Physical copies devalued, with resellers unable to sell them at high prices.

10. Xbox 360 Games

  • Overview: Closure of the Xbox 360 storefront announced; significant discounts offered before closure in July 2024.
  • Notable Discounts: Games like Darkstalker's Resurrection available for $1.50.

Conclusion

  • Reflection on the importance of grabbing these titles before they disappeared.
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