Summary

  • Nexon's Warhaven is shutting down later this year after failing to gain popularity, despite its unique combat mechanics and beginner-friendly experience.
  • Warhaven's player count on Steam steadily decreased since its September launch, with a peak of only 314 players in January.
  • The game's pre-Season 1 update failed to capture users' attention, and the extensive backstory of each character didn't resonate with players.

Nexon's Warhaven revealed that it's shutting down later this year. The unfortunate Warhaven news comes just four months after it began its early access phase in September.

The medieval fantasy PvP game caught the attention of some fans early on, who believed that Warhaven could turn out to be one of the best games of its kind in 2023. Its hack-and-slash combat brought a unique approach to the genre and differed in key ways from other melee-focused medieval games like Chivalry or For Honor. Its combat mechanics were simpler and more intuitive than its competitors, creating a beginner-friendly experience while also offering a high skill ceiling through nuanced techniques. However, following its release, Warhaven never managed to take off and sits at a Mixed rating of 58% on Steam. Recently, Nexon made what is probably one of its final announcements regarding the game.

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Nexon announced that Warhaven is shutting down on April 5 and has suspended sales of its battle pass. Warhaven's player count on Steam has steadily decreased since its initial peak, with its January peak sitting at only 314 players. Although many medieval melee fans have already moved on from the game, this probably comes as disappointing news as some may have hoped that Warhaven would eventually be improved to an enjoyable state. Nexon Korea, the Nexon subsidiary that developed Warhaven, will instead likely focus on its other projects like Dynasty Warriors M, a recently released mobile game that features city building and combat, and MapleStory N, an MMORPG set in the popular MapleStory universe that's still in development.

When is Warhaven Shutting Down?

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  • April 5, 2024

Previously, Nexon seemed to have pretty robust plans for the game's future when it released Warhaven's pre-Season 1 content in October. This content drop included the Soulsdance Festival event, new skins, and a Competition Mode. However, it seems that this update failed to capture users' attention as Warhaven's average player count decreased from about 4,500 in September to about 1,300 in October.

One aspect that the game focused on was the lore of Warhaven's characters. Each playable character was given an extensive backstory that explained why they had chosen to fight. Presumably, this was done to help players understand and relate to their chosen hero, but seemingly this was another aspect of Warhaven that didn't end up sticking.

Ex-Warhaven fans looking for a new game might want to check out a list of the best medieval melee games on the market. Similar titles include games like Chivalry 2, Mordhau, and more.

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WHERE TO PLAY

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ENTER THE FRAY: Warhaven’s dynamic melee combat rewards new recruits and veteran players alike. Choose from a roster of unique soldiers, each with their own motivations for fighting beneath the banner of Warhaven.

Coordinate with your squad before each battle and outwit your foes with tactical maneuvers. Fight to control footholds and the powerful engines of war they contain.

Anyone who fights can incarnate as an Immortal powerful enough to change the flow of any battle. Seize immortality and swing the pendulum of fate in your favor!

INTUITIVE, TACTICAL COMBAT: Newcomers will adapt to Warhaven’s combat system easily, while masters will refine their skills with every match. Swinging your weapon or raising your guard is as simple as clicking your mouse…but players looking to challenge themselves can uncover the true potential of the game’s fast-paced and nuanced combat.

Develop strategies and customize your playstyle, but above all else—trust your instincts.

Platforms
PC, Steam
Publishers
Nexon