Original Shadowverse Card Game Shutting Down June 30
The Original Shadowverse Card Game Announces June 30 Shutdown, While the Sequel Worlds Beyond Continues
It is not entirely shocking news for the mobile card game that has captured the hearts of Japanese players for a long time, as well as a significantly large player base in Thailand. With the successful launch of the brand-new sequel, Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond, which was developed directly from the first game, the entire player base has naturally migrated over to the new title. The closure of the original game is clearly going exactly according to Cygames’ long-term plan, with the official shutdown scheduled for June 30, 2026.
Official Shutdown Schedule
To ensure players have enough time to prepare and enjoy the game’s final months, Cygames has laid out a detailed timeline leading up to the server closure:
| Date & Time | Event Details |
| March 24, 2026 (PT) | Crystal Sales End: Following server maintenance, players will no longer be able to purchase Crystals. (Note: Players can still normally use any existing Crystals they have already purchased.) |
| March 31, 2026 – 19:00 (PT) | Card Pool Reset & Season 23: The Card Pool for the Throwback Rotation mode will reset. Battle Pass Season 23 officially begins. Because Crystal sales have stopped, all players will receive a free Premium Pass. The “Leader Card in Three!” pack will no longer be available for purchase. |
| April 30, 2026 – 19:00 (PT) | Card Pool Reset: The Card Pool for the Throwback Rotation mode will reset again. |
| May 31, 2026 – 19:00 (PT) | Card Pool Reset: The final Card Pool reset for the Throwback Rotation mode. |
| June 30, 2026 – 19:00 (PT) | End of Service: The original Shadowverse game will officially shut down. |
Crucial Note: Once the original service ends on June 30, players will absolutely no longer be able to Link Accounts to transfer their data over to Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond.
Unused Crystals
For any specific information regarding unused Crystals that remain in player accounts after the game closes, Cygames stated that further details will be announced through their official website and social media channels in the near future.
For anyone who might not have been following the news and is looking for a fantastic new card game to start playing, Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is highly recommended. It boasts incredibly beautiful artwork and a refined, highly enjoyable gameplay system. You can jump in and experience the game completely free to play on PC, iOS, and Android platforms.
(Source: shadowverse.com)
