Exclusive: Nintendo Switch Game Permanently Discontinued - Shocking News!
Nintendo Switch players are devastated as a beloved free-to-play game, cherished for half a decade, has been permanently removed from the platform, leaving fans unable to indulge in its captivating gameplay any longer
Paladins: Champions of the Realm, a free-to-play hero shooter game developed by Hi-Rez Studios, is no longer accessible on the Nintendo Switch. Similar to Blizzard's Overwatch, Paladins: Champions of the Realm entered early access a few months after Blizzard's game and had its full release a couple of years later, which coincided with its launch on the Nintendo Switch.
Although Paladins: Champions of the Realm initially started as an Overwatch-style hero shooter, it gained recognition for its battle royale mode. Realm Royale, which was originally introduced as a new game mode for Paladins, has now become a separate entity known as Realm Royale Reforged. Nintendo Switch players can still download and enjoy Realm Royale, but unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Paladins.
The Nintendo Switch version of Paladins has officially ceased operations on June 15, according to ComicBook.com. Following its removal from the store in April, it remains unclear how many players were actively engaged with Paladins on the Switch prior to the discontinuation. However, fans of the game can still enjoy Paladins on other platforms, ensuring their ability to continue playing elsewhere if they so choose.
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The decision to shut down the Paladins Nintendo Switch version was made by Hi-Rez due to its inferior performance compared to other consoles. The company faced challenges in providing adequate support for the game on this platform. By discontinuing the Nintendo Switch version, Hi-Rez can focus its resources on maintaining more active versions of the game on other consoles.
In addition to Paladins: Champions of the Realm, Hi-Rez is also shutting down another Nintendo Switch game this month. The free-to-play shooter, Rogue Company, is no longer available for download on the Nintendo Switch. Starting from June 20, it will be completely unplayable on Nintendo's handheld/home console hybrid. The reason for this shutdown is similar to that of Paladins.
Nintendo fans who have experienced the disappointment of these game shutdowns may find solace in the potential future. Speculation suggests that Nintendo is currently working on a successor to its Switch console, which could pave the way for Hi-Rez to reintroduce its free-to-play games on Nintendo platforms. However, it is important to note that no official announcements have been made regarding this matter, so fans should temper their expectations accordingly.
