Free-to-Play Shooter Spectre Divide Shutting Down Weeks After Console Launch

Free-to-play 3v3 shooter Spectre Divide is shutting down just six months after its September 2024 launch, and weeks after its arrival on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Its developer, Mountaintop Studios, is also closing its doors.

Mountaintop CEO Nate Mitchell confirmed the news in a social media statement. He explained that the Season 1 launch fell short of the success needed to sustain the game and the studio. While initially optimistic after attracting around 400,000 players in the first week (with a peak concurrent player count of approximately 10,000), sustained player engagement and revenue proved insufficient to cover operational costs. Despite exploring options like securing a publisher, additional investment, or acquisition, Mountaintop was ultimately unable to secure the necessary funding. Mitchell acknowledged the current challenging climate within the gaming industry.

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The statement continued, highlighting the insufficient active players and revenue to cover ongoing expenses. Despite extending their resources since the PC launch, the studio ultimately ran out of funding.

Spectre Divide will be taken offline within the next 30 days. Players will receive refunds for any in-game purchases made since the Season 1 launch.

This announcement contradicts October 2024 reports stating Spectre Divide was secure. At that time, Mitchell had assured the public that Mountaintop possessed sufficient funds to support the game long-term.