Phoenix Labs has announced that after six years, Dauntless will be shutting down on May 29. The game will no longer receive any new content or updates. Further, Dauntless will no longer be available to download after shutting down on May 29.
Dauntless initially released on PC via the Epic Games Store, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One in 2019. The game would later release on Steam in 2024. The store page describes it as follows:
As a Slayer of Ramsgate, you are all that stands between your world and the Behemoths that seek to devour it. Hunt huge monsters, alongside other Slayers on any platform, and craft awesome gear in this stylish free-to-play co-op action RPG.
Protect the Shattered Isles from over 40 different monstrous Behemoths in thrilling and rewarding boss-fight encounters. Combine preparation, skill, reflexes, and grit to save humanity from these insatiable beasts.
Master and level up an arsenal of unique weapons, each with unique Legendary abilities and Talents to help you slay Behemoths with power and style. Swap in your subweapon to harness powerful combos and give you the edge over your quarry.
Harvest parts from slain Behemoths to craft, upgrade, and optimize your armour, using Cells to activate perks and unlock the true potential of your gear.
You’re not in this fight alone. Team up with other Slayers to take down Behemoths, with seamless cross-play and cross-progression, powered by Epic accounts. Join Parties or Guilds to find and create a community with like-minded Slayers.
Lastly, Dauntless is available now on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The game will go offline on May 29.
