Summary
Fans ofEA-published games should note that two of the company’s titles will be ceasing operations later in July. As is the case with many other major game publishers,EAoccasionally finds itself shutting down older games, ceasing their online functionality, and oftentimes delisting them in the process.
Whereas some game delistings and shutdowns come seemingly out of nowhere, EA keeps fans informed. EA has a running list of games it plans on shutting down and delisting from digital storefronts, giving fans the opportunity to check these titles out before they’re gone.Multiple EA games have already been shut down this year, and two more are on the chopping block for July 2024.
First up isSuper Mega Baseball 2, which is shutting down on July 24. Seven days later, on July 31,Disney Sorcerer’s Arenais shutting down.Super Mega Baseball 2is a well-received, arcade baseball game, whereasDisney Sorcerer’s Arenais a mobile release.Super Mega Baseball 2will still have offline functionality available, so anyone interested in the game may want to pick it up while they still can. It’s also worth mentioning thatEA owns Metalhead Software, the studio behind theSuper Mega Baseballfranchise, so future installments in the series are a virtual guarantee.
EA Games Shutting Down 2024
WhileSuper Mega Baseball 2andDisney Sorcerer’s Arenaare the only two EA games that are shutting down in July, three other games are being delisted this month. The PS3 and Xbox 360 versions ofBattlefield 3,Battlefield 4, andBattlefield: Hardlineare all being delisted on July 31, making that day the last day that fans can purchase the games digitally. PS4 and Xbox One versions ofBattlefield 4andHardlinewill still be available, butBattlefield 3will be completely gone from digital storefrontson consoles.
The good news when it comes to theBattlefieldgames that are being shut down is that they will at least remain playable for a while. The online multiplayer services for theBattlefieldgames will remain active until November 7, at which point they will cease to function.
EA fans will also want to keep an eye on a couple of other dates.NHL 20is shutting down on September 16, andFIFA 22is shutting down on November 4. It’s possible that other EA games will be added to the shutdown and delisting list, but they have yet to be revealed.
Super Mega Baseball 4
WHERE TO PLAY
Grab your glove and your bat. It’s time to go yard with the best to ever play the game because Super Mega Baseball 4 is here, and it’s where the Legends play. More than 200 larger-than-life versions of fan-favorite former pros like Vladimir Guerrero, Johnny Damon, Ozzie Smith, and Jason Giambi are ready to step onto the field and join the roster of beloved Super Mega League All-Stars.Hit, pitch, throw, and slide into home plate with the series’ signature combination of arcade-inspired style and immersive gameplay depth. Baseball becomes bigger and better than ever in Super Mega Baseball 4 with new features, familiar modes like Franchise and Pennant Race†, and more.Plus, the latest title receives the series’ most Mega presentation upgrade yet with eye-popping new visuals for everything from animations to characters to stadiums, as well as crystal-clear audio upgrades from the dugout to the bleachers.Based on community feedback, Super Mega Baseball 4 is introducing an entire lineup of new and fan-requested features that add fresh layers of depth, including an expanded trait system with Team Chemistry, Shuffle Draft, and 6 all-new stadiums. To create an even larger and more connected player base, cross-platform multiplayer has been expanded to include cross-generation matchmaking in Pennant Race† and Online Leagues, so players can hit dingers with friends online across even more game systems.
