“We have enjoyed a strong relationship with Amazon Games throughout the development of Blue Protocol, and both of our teams are disappointed that we will not be able to deliver the game to players around the world,” the publisher said in a recent statement.

Though Blue Protocol launched to much fanfare, it also had several issues, which the development team went about addressing. The Western release was pushed back, but unfortunately, despite having “worked hard to prepare” for the same, Bandai Namco has decided “it will not be possible to provide a service that satisfies all of you.”

It’s worth noting that the main reason for the end of service could be due to the title’s underperformance. When the publisher cancelled five unannounced projects earlier this year, it was reportedly due to a 21 million yen impairment loss from an “underperforming” title assumed to be Blue Protocol. Bandai Namco didn’t explicitly confirm this, but it’s now looking more and more likely.

The publisher has other online-centric projects like the extraction shooter Synduality: Echo of Ada in development. Stay tuned for further updates in the meantime.

It’s allegedly assembled a team for development and will distribute the game globally, though a release date is currently unknown. When contacted for an official statement, Bandai Namco didn’t comment, and Tencent’s representatives did not respond. An announcement could be coming at the Tokyo Game Show 2023, especially since it’s confirmed to appear alongside other Bandai Namco titles.

Blue Protocol launches in 2024 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC in the West, with Amazon Games publishing. It will launch with five classes – Blade Warden, Keen Strider, Twin Striker, Foe Breaker and Spell Weaver. Players can also utilize mounts and solo most of the content, though there are end-game quests which require other players. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months.

As for the online schedule, there’s a mysterious announcement on September 23rd at 11 AM JST, followed by Blue Protocol’s latest Transmission stream at 12:15 PM JST. The Tekken 8 Special Stage airs at 3:45 PM JST with new details and live gameplay, while the Tales of Arise 2nd Anniversary Special Live Stream airs at 9:15 PM JST.

The latter will feature the “latest information” on the Tales series, which could mean new content for Tales of Arise (especially with Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn trademarked back in December 2022) or a brand new game. Tokyo Game Show 2023 takes place from September 21st to 24th, so stay tuned for more updates next month.

On top of offering another look at the game’s world and its gorgeous art style, the highlights various classes that will be available in the game at launch. These include the Blade Warden, who wields a sword and a shield; the Keen Strider, a bow and arrow-wielding ranged specialist; Spell Weaver, a staff-wielding mage; the Twin Striker, who comes equipped with two battle axes; and the Foe Breaker, who uses a massive sledgehammer-esque weapon. Check out the trailer below.

Blue Protocol launches in Japan on June 14 for PC, and in the West for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC sometime next year.

While the company has revealed the Japanese launch date for Blue Protocol, players in the west will have to wait for longer, with the game’s release outside of Japan being delayed to 2024 (via Gematsu). Before its launch on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, however, the game is slated to get a closed beta test on PC some time in 2023.

The last time we got a look at Blue Protocol was a trailer showing off quite a bit of the upcoming title’s gameplay. The trailer showed off the third-person hack-and-slash RPG combat that we can expect to see from Blue Protocol. We also learned that, while most quests can be done solo, the game will also feature high-end challenges that are difficult and will need an entire team of players to tackle.

Blue Protocol is slated to have five playable classes, each with their own unique weapons, abilities, and playing styles. The game will also feature character customisation, as well as options to customise armour, clothing, and mounts.

Interestingly enough, the new trailer shows off quite a bit of Blue Protocol‘s gameplay. Featuring a third-person perspective, the game is a hack-and-slash RPG that also emphasises online co-op multiplayer. While most quests can be done solo, the game will also feature difficult high-end challenges that needs players to assemble a team.

Blue Protocol features five unique playable classes, each with their own weapons, abilities, and playing styles. The trailer also goes a bit into character customisation, which includes the ability to equip armor, clothes, accessories, and mounts.

Blue Protocol doesn’t yet have a solid release date, but the trailer’s description has revealed that it will be coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S as a free-to-play release in the second half of 2023. The game also got a trailer during The Game Awards.

Blue Protocol is set to be a free-to-play game with an emphasis on multiplayer. The game will allow players to team up and take on quests, boss fights, and even massive online raids. It is also set to have a fair amount of customisation, with options for facial appearance, hair styles, clothing, accessories, weapons, and mounts.

“We have crafted a world in which you, the protagonist of your own story, can freely express yourself through fully realized customization of both your action skills and appearance,” said executive producer Sokichi Shimooka as part of the announcement. “Blue Protocol is a grand adventure set in a vast and beautiful world, with online action that we hope you can enjoy with other players throughout the globe. We, along with Amazon Games, promise to deliver the absolute best experience for everyone that has been patiently waiting.”

Blue Protocol doesn’t yet have a specific release date, but is set to release some time in 2023.