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Spectre Divide and studio behind it shut down

by Andrew Mar 17,2025

Spectre Divide, a game that garnered significant attention due to its involvement with renowned streamer and former esports pro Shroud, is shutting down. Mountaintop Studios, the developer, announced its closure and the impending server shutdown. The studio will cease operations by the end of this week, while servers will remain online for approximately one month to facilitate refunds for player purchases. The game's failure to attract a substantial player base and generate sufficient revenue ultimately led to its demise.

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While the closure is disappointing, it underscores the challenges inherent in the competitive live-service game market. Spectre Divide lacked the innovative features necessary to attract a large player base. Even Shroud's considerable influence proved insufficient to guarantee success, highlighting the significant differences in priorities between professional gamers and the broader casual gaming audience. The project serves as another example of the difficulties faced by esports-focused game development ventures.