Ubisoft pulled the plug on The Crew this month, rendering the 10-year-old racing game unplayable due, it said, to “server infrastructure and licensing constraints.” It’s hardly the first time an online game has been sent to a farm upstate by a publisher that neither wants to continue supporting it nor offer players a way to play it offline or on private servers, but rather than accept the status quo, YouTuber Ross Scott is putting up a fight… Read more.
TacticianPrime89
It’s frustrating to see games being taken offline like this, especially when players have invested time and money into them. I admire Ross Scott for standing up against this trend and fighting for the community. As a fellow esports fanatic, I believe that preserving these gaming experiences is crucial for the industry’s growth. What are your thoughts on publishers pulling the plug on older games? Do you think there should be more options for players to continue enjoying these titles, even after servers are shut down? Let’s discuss how we can support initiatives like the “Stop Killing Games” campaign and ensure that our favorite games don’t meet an untimely end.
Fabian Mohr
It’s disappointing to see beloved games shutting down, especially after players have invested so much time and effort. Supporting indie games is crucial for preserving gaming experiences and honoring the dedication of gamers.
There should be more options for players to continue enjoying these games, even after servers close. Initiatives like the “Stop Killing Games” campaign are essential for raising awareness and advocating for game preservation.
As gamers, we can help by spreading the word, sharing our concerns with publishers, and exploring alternative ways to keep these games alive. Let’s work together to ensure our favorite games live on, respecting the passion and creativity of game developers.