Akatsuki Games has stunned players by announcing the end of service (EOS) for their recently launched title, Tribe Nine. The game, which debuted on Android, iOS, and PC (Steam) just this February, will be shutting down much sooner than expected. Let's examine why this fresh release is already facing termination.
Tribe Nine's Final Countdown
The servers will officially close on November 27, 2025. The studio confirmed that Chapter 4 of the main story will never see completion, ending development just as narrative mysteries were being established. This abrupt cancellation leaves many questions unanswered for dedicated players.
All planned updates ceased as of May 15th, including new features, quality-of-life improvements, and bug fixes. Two anticipated characters - Ichinosuke Akiba and Saizo Akiba - will remain forever unreleased despite being previously teased.
Regarding refunds, players will receive compensation for paid Enigma Entities used on Armed Support, Advanced Support, and Support Contract - Revenio purchases. These refunds will process after active Revenio contracts expire. The game's storefronts have already suspended all purchases of Enigma Entities and Daily Passes, though existing currency remains usable until shutdown.
Analyzing the Premature Closure
Tribe Nine delivered an innovative extreme action RPG experience with striking visual style and immersive worldbuilding. However, several critical shortcomings led to its rapid decline:
- Minimal post-launch support (only one story chapter and event in three months)
- Lack of compelling monetization (viable teams required minimal investment)
- Limited incentive for duplicate character pulls
While player-friendly, these factors created unsustainable revenue streams - particularly problematic for a gacha-based model. The game remains playable through its final months, presenting an opportunity for curious gamers to experience this short-lived title before its disappearance.
Download Tribe Nine via the Google Play Store to witness this unique release before sunset. For more industry updates, explore our coverage of Square Enix's cancelled Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link project.
