Evil Dead: The Game, the beloved asymmetric multiplayer title inspired by the iconic action horror franchise, has been officially removed from digital storefronts by its publisher. Launched in 2022 across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, the game garnered a solid 8/10 rating from IGN. Our review praised it as "an asymmetric multiplayer game of cat and mouse that's compelling and exhilarating, despite being rough around the edges - much like the horror/comedies that inspired it."
Despite the release of a Game of the Year Edition a year after its initial launch, the game struggled to maintain player engagement. The cancellation of the Nintendo Switch version and the halt of content development in September 2023 signaled early signs of trouble. Now, three years after its debut, Evil Dead: The Game is no longer available for purchase. However, existing owners can breathe a sigh of relief as the game's servers will remain online, allowing them to continue their thrilling adventures.
In a statement posted on the game's Steam page, developer and publisher Saber Interactive confirmed the delisting:
We can confirm we've begun the process of removing the game from digital storefronts. Anyone who has purchased the game will still be able to play it as we plan to keep our servers online for everyone.
We want to extend a sincere thank you to our community, to those who have been part of the game from the very beginning, and those who have recently joined us. We appreciate all of your support.
The decision to pull the game has sparked a wave of negative reviews on its Steam page, with many players feeling that the game is now effectively "dead." Despite this, the overall user review rating remains 'mixed.' A poignant positive review from a dedicated player with over 380 hours in-game reflects the sentiment of many: "The end is nigh. It was fun while it lasted, lads. I mean that."
Saber Interactive, known for last year's successful release Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, continues to innovate in the gaming industry. The studio is currently working on several exciting licensed movie games, including John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park Survival, and an untitled Avatar: The Last Airbender game. Additionally, Turok: Origins and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3 are also in development, promising more thrilling experiences for gamers.
