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EA Permanently Shuts Down Anthem by January 2026

7/5/2025

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Electronic Arts has announced the permanent shutdown of BioWare's multiplayer game Anthem, set for January 12, 2026. Players are urged to spend their remaining credits, as in-game currency purchases are now disabled. Launched in February 2019, Anthem faced harsh criticism and disappointing sales, ultimately sealing its fate as a forgotten title.

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Electronic Arts has announced the permanent shutdown of BioWare's multiplayer game Anthem, set for January 12, 2026. Players are urged to spend their remaining credits, as in-game currency purchases are now disabled. Launched in February 2019, Anthem faced harsh criticism and disappointing sales, ultimately sealing its fate as a forgotten title.