The dark fantasy mobile game, King Arthur: Legends Rise, is set to terminate its service on March 12, 2026. Publisher Netmarble and developer Kabam Games, Inc. issued the official service termination notice on their forum, expressing regret for the “sudden and regrettable news”. The squad-based RPG, distinguished by its cross-platform availability and stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, launched globally in November 2024, giving the ambitious title barely over a year of active service before the closure decision.
The journey of King Arthur: Legends Rise was notably turbulent, providing critical context for its premature shutdown. The title, which placed players in the role of a young Arthur making a pact with a trapped dragon to save Camelot, first garnered attention with its high-fidelity graphics and deep turn-based strategic combat. However, the game struggled to find solid footing.
This conclusion marks another high-profile failure in the saturated mobile genre. For players migrating away, similar titles focusing on turn-based hero collection and strategic team building include RAID: Shadow Legends, Epic Seven, and Summoners War. Netmarble has promised detailed guidance on the refund process for unspent paid currency, while assuring players that the game will remain stable and operational until the final service termination date.
The swift failure of King Arthur: Legends Rise is a cautionary tale for the mobile industry. It underscores a crucial reality: high production value and established IP are no longer guarantees of success in the gacha space.
