"Tribe Nine Cancelled Just Three Months Post-Launch"

It's not every day that a game shutdown catches the entire community off guard, but Tribe Nine’s sudden cancellation has done just that. In a recent official statement, developer Akatsuki Games confirmed the end of the road for the anime-inspired mobile title. The servers will officially shut down on November 27th, and all upcoming updates—including major content drops—have been cancelled indefinitely.

For a game that proudly announced over ten million downloads just a few months ago, this turn of events feels especially jarring. Tribe Nine was built around its unique ARPG mechanics and signature Xtreme Baseball boss battles, drawing inspiration from the original anime series and featuring character art by none other than Rui Komatsuzaki, best known for his work on Danganronpa. Despite its strong start and recognizable aesthetic, the game is now joining the unfortunate list of titles discontinued within their first year.

What Happens Next?

With the shutdown date set, paid Enigma Entities will be fully refunded to players who purchased them. Additionally, all in-game purchases have already been paused to prepare for the final phase of service. While this offers some consolation for paying players, it does little to soften the blow for those who had grown attached to the game’s world and systems.

This abrupt closure also raises questions about Akatsuki Games' long-term strategy. After all, Rui Komatsuzaki’s artistic talents were recently celebrated in *Hundred Line -Last Defence Academy-*, another mobile title that received praise on console and mobile platforms alike. If Tribe Nine was meant to capitalize on that same creative momentum, its early demise may do more than just disappoint fans—it could damage consumer confidence moving forward.

What This Means for Future Projects

Akatsuki Games still has another high-profile project in development—*Kaiju No.8: The Game*—which is expected to launch in the near future. Given the popularity of the source material, there’s potential for success. However, with Tribe Nine’s shutdown fresh in the minds of players, many may think twice before investing time or money into yet another mobile live-service title from the same studio.

For now, Tribe Nine fans are left with just a few weeks of gameplay remaining. If you're looking for something new to play, check out our latest feature highlighting the top five mobile games launching this week. There's always something exciting waiting just around the corner.