The tactical strategy game Battlestar Galactica: Deadlock will be removed from Steam and other platforms starting November 15, as announced by the publisher Slitherine on their website.
This decision means that the title and all its expansions will no longer be available for purchase. While Slitherine has not provided a specific reason for this delisting, speculation suggests that it may be related to the expiration of a licensing agreement.
There are also rumors indicating a possible connection to an upcoming multiplayer game from Valve, although this information has not been confirmed.
A game that is only 8 years old says goodbye
Players who already own Deadlock or acquire it before the deadline will be able to continue enjoying the game without restrictions. Deadlock, released in 2017 and based on the 2004 series, is known for its combat mechanics that involve resolving encounters simultaneously, offering a complex and exciting tactical dimension.
Upon its release, the game was well received, with reviews praising its ability to capture the essence of the Battlestar Galactica universe.
This is not the first time Slitherine has removed a game from sale. In May, two Warhammer 40,000 titles, Armageddon and Sanctus Reach, were also removed from Steam, although they remain available on other platforms like GOG. Unlike those titles, Deadlock will be completely removed from all digital stores.
Despite the loss of Deadlock, fans of the franchise have reasons to be hopeful. Slitherine has announced a new game titled Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, which will be released early next year.
Unlike Deadlock, Scattered Hopes will be a tactical roguelike, where players will have to manage fleets in real-time battles, focusing on survival rather than victory. This new approach promises to offer a fresh experience within the Battlestar universe, although it remains to be seen if it will manage to replace the experience that Deadlock provided.