The Demise of *King of Meat*: What Led to Its Shutdown
Remember the intriguing game showcased at Gamescom ONL 2024 by Amazon and Glowmade, featuring Geoff Keighley in its trailer? This title, *King of Meat*, promised a whimsical, medieval-themed party platform experience reminiscent of *Fall Guys*.However, for those who may have missed it—especially the few players still engaged, as noted by SteamDB—it was indeed an engaging co-op adventure. Alas, the journey has now come to an unexpected halt.
Server Shutdown Announcement
As of today, Amazon and Glowmade announced on the official website that *King of Meat* will have its servers shut down on April 9, 2026. The game has already been removed from all digital storefronts, and for those who purchased it—at its full price of $30 or during promotional sales—full refunds will be issued.
A Look at Player Engagement
*King of Meat* made its debut on October 2, 2025. Despite the anticipation, it struggled to gain traction. According to SteamDB, it never achieved more than 320 concurrent players, a peak that was only met during a brief free trial period a month after launch. Currently, its 24-hour player peak stands at a mere 10 users.
The Official Statement
In their announcement, Amazon and Glowmade pointed to these underwhelming numbers as a primary factor for the game’s closure: “Despite the creativity and innovation Glowmade brought to *King of Meat*, the game has unfortunately not found the audience we hoped for. Consequently, we have made the difficult decision to conclude our investment in the game…”Players are encouraged to savor what’s left of their time in the game until the servers close.
All players who purchased *King of Meat* will receive a full refund in the coming weeks from their platform provider.
Moving Forward: What’s Next for *King of Meat* Players?
With the game’s microtransactions disabled, the remaining players can focus solely on enjoying their time within the game’s universe. Amazon expressed gratitude toward the community: “We want to sincerely thank every player who supported *King of Meat*… Your enthusiasm, imagination, and feedback have meant the world to us and to the team at Glowmade.”
The Streaming Strategy that Fell Flat
Initially, the game was designed with streaming in mind, and the development team was optimistic about its potential on platforms like Twitch. They noted that they had already engaged several streamers who enjoyed playing it. However, despite their efforts, including a notable collaboration with Mr. Beast at launch time, the game’s visibility and player engagement didn’t skyrocket as hoped.
Conclusion: The Future of Glowmade
While there has been no official word from Glowmade regarding their next steps, the announcement implies a potential end to their partnership with Amazon. It remains to be seen how the studio will regroup and address the challenges faced with *King of Meat*.Regardless of this setback, Glowmade has demonstrated its capacity for creativity and innovation, leading many to speculate about future projects. As fans, we can only watch and hope they find success in their forthcoming ventures.
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