Free-To-Play Fantasy MMORPG Eternal Magic Has Been Shut Down
“For over two and a half years, we have been fighting alongside friends and allies, developing tactics and strategies, engaging in dire battles against powerful bosses. Together we fought for Terrasia, fulfilling the prophecies of the Four Goddesses of the Elements, Patron deities of the land. We faced the trials of fate with honor and shall all the unforgettable adventures for ages to come. Unfortunately, the time has come. We are forced to announce that on January 10, 2022, the world of Eternal Magic will be closing its doors forever.”
The game became controversial for hosting an actual beauty contest for female players with the winner getting an in-game statue made in their likeness and placed in the capital city. Developer Duoyi also received backlash from the community following accusations of plagiarism. Players claimed that the game’s assets, art, and design, heavily resembled those from popular MMOs such as SMITE.
Duoyi and 101XP didn’t give a reason for the game’s closure but the recent drop in player numbers probably has something to do with it. The game went from an all-time peak of 620 players in April 2019 to a 24-hour peak of just 6 players in the beginning of January.
More information can be found on the Eternal Magic official site.
