Hi-Rez Studios to Shut Down Realm Royale Reforged and Divine Knockout

The closures follow recent layoffs and a strategic focus shift towards Smite 2.

Hi-Rez Studios announced the shutdown of Realm Royale Reforged and Divine Knockout, effective February 17, 2025.
The decision comes after a reorganization earlier this month that included unspecified layoffs.
Both games, made free-to-play earlier this year, will be removed from digital storefronts upon closure.
The studio aims to concentrate resources on Smite 2, despite its current lower player numbers compared to the original Smite.
This move is part of a broader trend of challenges facing live service games in the industry.