KartRider: Drift Shutting Down Globally

Nexon has announced the shutdown of the global version of KartRider: Drift. Yep, the game that made its debut in January 2023 across mobiles, consoles and PC is now set to say its final goodbyes later this year. It’s shutting down everywhere, in all the platforms it’s available globally.Is It Shutting Down Its Asian Servers As Well?Well, thankfully, no. The Asian version, in Taiwan and South Korea, will stick around. It’s getting a makeover soon though. Nexon hasn’t spilled the beans yet on what exactly will change in the Asian version or if the global version will see a relaunch later.Now, you might be thinking when exactly is the KartRider: Drift global shutdown? Nexon hasn’t spilled any details on that either. The game is still up for grabs on the Google Play Store. So, if you want to check it out before it pulls the plug later this year, you can check it out.Why Did Nexon Announce KartRider: Drift Global Shutdown?Since launching, KartRider: Drift has been trying to make it a smooth experience for its players worldwide. However, the race hasn’t been smooth. Players quickly found themselves frustrated with the game’s heavy automation, which many felt turned racing into a monotonous grind.On top of that, technical hiccups, like iffy optimization on certain Android devices and a parade of bugs, didn’t help the game’s cause. Despite their best efforts, the game didn’t quite hit the mark, leading them to rethink their strategy.So, Nexon is gearing up for the shutdown of the global version of KartRider: Drift. Instead, they’re now putting the focus back on the PC platform in Korea and Taiwan, hoping to revive the game’s original vision and hopefully get it right this time.Before leaving, take a look at our other news. Get In The Games 2024 And Aim For Glory In Roblox!