Evercore Heroes Ascension, developed by Vela Games, will cease operations on 2025-10-30 following a brief Early Access period. The shutdown was confirmed by Vela via Steam, as the game failed to capture a substantial player base.
Development Challenges
Initially envisioned as a mix between MOBA and MMO genres, Evercore Heroes Ascension transitioned to a cooperative PvE roguelike. However, further changes led to the removal of matchmaking and multiplayer features, resulting in a single-player experience. Vela Games considered alternative solutions like peer-to-peer gameplay but found them unfeasible.
Low Engagement and Reception
Despite early momentum, the game struggled to gain traction, reflected in its "Mostly Negative" Steam reviews. The studio's small team and limited resources contributed to the inability to sustain the game. Vela acknowledged the challenge of recovering from the initial reception and thanked a passionate community of players for their support.
Shutdown Details
- Servers will officially close on 2025-10-30 at 4am PT / 7am ET / 11am GMT
- Game initially launched as a fantasy PvE roguelike
- Explored but rejected peer-to-peer options due to feasibility
