Why reviving the shuttered Anthem is turning out tougher than expected
The Anthem revival project has made strides with a proof-of-concept video demonstrating the game loading on emulated servers. This is significant for developers, particularly those familiar with the Frostbite engine, as it showcases the potential for community-driven solutions in overcoming server dependencies.
However, project administrator Laurie cautions against over-excitement, emphasizing the difficulties that lie ahead. Developers should take note of the technical hurdles involved in reviving a game that relies heavily on proprietary technology, as this could inform future projects and community initiatives.
“I don't want to be the person that's going to have to deal with the aftermath...”
- what
- Anthem's revival project shows the game loading on emulated servers.
- who
- EA, Bioware, and the Anthem community.
- when
- EA shut down Anthem's servers on January 12.
- impact
- Highlights challenges of reviving games using proprietary engines.
Hopeful progress tempered by significant challenges ahead.
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