Four Games Facing Permanent Server Shutdowns in Late 2026 and Early 2027
GameRant reports that New World will shut down on January 31, 2027, alongside three other titles. TheHunter Classic, Destruction AllStars, and NBA 2K25 are also scheduled to become unplayable on specific dates. The article notes that players have limited time left to access these games before their servers close.
GameRant’s October 10, 2026 report lists four titles with upcoming server closures. TheHunter Classic is set to end on November 11, 2026; Destruction AllStars on November 25, 2026; NBA 2K25 on December 31, 2026; and New World on January 31, 2027. The piece measures remaining play time from October 11, 2026.
New World debuted in September 2021, with Aeternum arriving in October 2024. The game struggled to retain enough players to cover costs, according to the report, and the closure followed layoffs and restructuring in Amazon’s gaming division. Buyers can play until the January 2027 shutdown, after which access ends across platforms.
The shutdowns could affect players who bought these titles, especially those still active in New World, TheHunter Classic, Destruction AllStars, or NBA 2K25. Losing server access may disrupt communities, erase ongoing progress, and renew debates about digital game preservation. It could also shape consumer trust in online-only releases, as players may weigh whether a purchase will remain playable long term.