Category: Graveyard

Lingshan Romance

Lingshan Romance was a turn-based MMORPG that invited players into a stylized fantasy setting inspired by Chinese mythology and traditional aesthetics, presented through a mix of 2D and 3D visuals. Players could pick from 5+ gender-locked classes, then build those characters toward familiar party jobs like damage dealer, frontline tank, or dedicated support through progression choices and skill customization.

Publisher: Tencent
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: 2017
Shut Down: 2018
Pros: +A roster of 5+ distinct classes with their own skill sets. +A cohesive look rooted in Chinese art direction. +Early progression support via an EXP boost for lower-level players.
Cons: -Public details are scarce compared to bigger MMO releases. -No confirmed release for Western regions.

Zone4

Zone4 is a free-to-play fighting MMO built around classic side-scrolling brawling, where chaining hits, timing dodges, and reading opponents matters more than complicated hotbars. With multiple combat classes, six playable characters, and a mix of co-op and competitive modes, it aims to capture that arcade beat-em-up feel while still offering the social structure of an online lobby game.

Publisher: Game & Game
Playerbase: Shut Down
Type: Fighting MMO
Release Date: August 10, 2010
Shut Down: September 26, 2017
Pros: +Lots of distinct styles and class paths. +Satisfying old-school brawler combat.
Cons: -Noticeable input delay at times. -Monetization can affect fairness. -Visuals show their age.

Smite Rivals

Smite Rivals is a free-to-play collectible card game designed for mobile (with PC support) that mixes short deckbuilding with real-time, lane-based battles. Players bring compact 8-card decks into a three-lane arena, cycling hands through continuous reshuffles while spending mana to deploy minions, structures, spells, and a single God card.

Publisher: Hi-Rez Studios
Type: CCG
Release Date: Unreleased
Shut Down Date: March 15, 2017
Pros: +Small 8-card decks built for quick, real-time matches. +Three-lane board that keeps positioning and timing important. +Cross-platform play between PC and mobile.
Cons: -Public details were sparse. -Work on the project was paused.

GunFleet

GunFleet was a free-to-play naval combat title that put players in control of warship designs inspired by the WWI and WWII eras, ranging from fast gunboats to stealthy submarines. Battles emphasized positioning and coordinated play, with unlockable ships representing Japan, the USSR, Germany, and the United States.

Publisher: Areo Gaming
Playerbase: Low
Type: Naval Combat
Release Date: February 06, 2017
Shut Down Date: May 27, 2017
Pros: +Large roster of ship types to unlock. +Encourages squad and fleet coordination. +Plenty of loadout choices via crews, weapons, consumables, and equipment.
Cons: -Visuals look behind the times. -Leans heavily on familiar ideas from similar games.

TITANS: Dawn of Tribes

TITANS: Dawn of Tribes (originally announced and promoted under the name Voodoo) is an MMO-leaning survival sandbox set in a stylized, primal Africa. Players begin with little more than basic tools and ambition, then work toward building a functioning settlement, crafting equipment, hunting wildlife, and eventually challenging towering bosses known as Izimu to earn rewards that push progression into more advanced technology.

Publisher: IndieGala
Type: Survival
Release Date: June 15, 2017
Abandoned: January 25, 2019
Pros: +Huge crafting pool with plenty of weapon options. +Engaging combat fundamentals with demanding boss encounters. +Expansive world map featuring multiple biome types.
Cons: -Development was discontinued. -Performance and optimization problems.

Heavy Gear Assault

Heavy Gear Assault is a mech combat shooter built around fast arena-style PvP and a solo campaign, letting players assemble, tune, and upgrade multiple Gear loadouts for different battlefield roles.

Publisher: Stompy Bot Productions
Playerbase: Shut Down
Type: Shooter
Release Date: December 29, 2016
Pros: +Deep mech building and upgrades. +Both solo and PvP modes. +Battlefields with varied terrain and sightlines.
Cons: -Public details and support are scarce.

Ultramegon

Ultramegon is a free-to-play MOBA tower defense hybrid built around real-time PvP matches. Players pick from a roster of distinct heroes, use active abilities to control fights, and coordinate with others through a clan system for more organized play.

Publisher: Blackturn
Playerbase: TBD
Type: MOBA Tower Defense
Release Date: April 28, 2017
Abandoned: January 09, 2019
Pros: +MOBA and tower defense mechanics fused in an unusual way. +Clan features for group play. +Hero roster with varied roles and ability kits.
Cons: -Not much public information and coverage. -Appears to have been left without ongoing support.

Afterpulse

Afterpulse is a free-to-play mobile third-person shooter built around quick, real-time multiplayer firefights. It focuses on familiar competitive formats like Deathmatch and Team Deathmatch, while pushing long-term progression through an extensive weapon collection system with rarity tiers, from compact SMGs all the way to heavy rocket weapons.

Publisher: Gamevil
Type: Mobile Shooter
Release Date: October 22, 2015
Shut Down Date: January 10, 2022
Pros: +Huge weapon collection (800+). +Frequent events and rotating activities. +Three PvP modes for competitive play.
Cons: -Limited movement options (no jump or crouch). -Mode variety feels close in practice. -Matchmaking can create uneven fights.

Afterpulse Shut Down on January 10, 2022

Heroes of Dire

Heroes of Dire is a free-to-play fantasy MMORPG that mixes squad management with tactical, turn-based encounters. It runs on shared servers across desktop and mobile, so players on Android and iOS can meet the same community as those on Windows, Mac, and Linux from day one.

Publisher: Spellbook
Playerbase: Low
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: November 2016
Abandoned: November 6, 2018
Pros: +Grid-based, turn-driven tactical battles. +Procedurally generated roster of fighters. +One account across mobile and PC via cross-platform servers.
Cons: -Interface feels built with phones in mind first. -Visuals and combat animations can look stiff. -Development ended, leaving the game effectively unsupported.

Life is Feudal

Life is Feudal: MMO was a sandbox MMORPG that placed players in a persistent medieval world centered on long-term advancement, territorial goals, and a society shaped by its community. Beginning with simple tools and crude shelter, you could climb toward guild authority, political sway, commercial leverage, or notoriety forged in large-scale battles.

Publisher: Bitbox
Type: F2P Sandbox MMO
Release Date: December 14, 2016
Shut Down: January 18, 2021
Pros: +Massive persistent servers supporting 10k+ players. +Big territory-focused PvP. +Economy and governance shaped by players.
Cons: -Unintuitive interface. -Very punishing onboarding and learning curve.