Nyan Heroes announces the closure of the project.

After years of development and multiple tests, Nyan Heroes, the tactical shooter featuring cats piloting mechs, has announced the closure of its studio due to lack of funding.

The Official Announcement

Following their fourth playtest, the 9 Lives Interactive team expressed gratitude to the community for their support. However, despite the progress, the game did not reach the expected number of players, preventing them from securing the necessary funds to complete development.

“We are proud of what we have achieved so far. More than a quarter of a million players added the game to their wishlists on Epic Games Store and Steam, and more than one million joined us in our playtests.”

Despite discussions on publishing, investments, grants, and acquisitions, the studio was unable to secure the necessary capital amid the current challenges of the Web3 market.

Game's Journey and Achievements

Nyan Heroes stood out for its unique aesthetic and strategic approach to the shooter genre. Over its development, it achieved:

• Features in major media outlets like IGN, Business Insider, and Game Rant.
• Leading the trending and most-played lists on Epic Games Store multiple times.
• Establishing strategic partnerships, including a collaboration with G2 Esports.
• Implementing new game modes like Payload and Fishball, with unique Guardian abilities.

An Unexpected Closure

The 9 Lives Interactive team expressed their sorrow at being unable to complete their cat-inspired universe, highlighting the financial and structural challenges in the industry.

“We are collectively heartbroken that we cannot complete our cat-inspired universe.”

This announcement marks the end of a promising project that aimed to merge team-based shooter mechanics with a Web3-based digital economy.

Did the Waiting Time Affect Its Success?

One factor that may have influenced the reception of Nyan Heroes is the long gap between its announcement and playtests, leading up to its potential official release. Many titles have faced similar issues—the initial excitement generates hype, but if development cycles extend too long, players may lose interest or shift to other offerings.

Was this the case for Nyan Heroes? Did the waiting time impact the project's momentum? In a market where trends shift rapidly, the ability to maintain community engagement can often determine a game's success or failure.

Thank you to everyone who supported us on our journey — Nyan Heroes Team

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