Ubisoft Kills NFT Tactics Game Champions Tactics After Failed Steam Reboot

Publisher Ubisoft has officially confirmed that its turn-based tactical RPG Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles will permanently close its servers on October 30, 2026. Originally launched in October 2024 as a flagship Web3 project built on the Oasys blockchain, the PC title suffered from technical glitches, severe exploitation, and widespread player disinterest. Even a mid-2026 overhaul that stripped away all NFT elements and rebranded the experience for the [Steam Digital Storefront] failed to build a sustainable user base, leading Ubisoft to shutter the project entirely.

Key Game Information

• Game Title: Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles
• Developer and Publisher: Ubisoft Official Website
• Official Web Hub: Champions Tactics Official Site
• Official Social Media: Champions Tactics Official X Account
• Target Platforms: PC via Ubisoft Store Platform and Steam Digital Storefront
• Primary Genre: Turn-Based Tactical RPG, Player versus Player (PvP)

Why Is Ubisoft Closing Champions Tactics Grimoria Chronicles?

Ubisoft’s ambitious Web3 experiment struggled to establish traction from the moment it launched in October 2024. Built around 75,000 digital figurine characters called Champions, the title relied heavily on buying, trading, and forging non-fungible tokens on the [Oasys Blockchain Network]. While speculative early traders listed select individual units for tens of thousands of dollars, mainstream tactical RPG players rejected the pay-to-win cryptocurrency mechanics.

Beyond its controversial economy, severe technical issues plagued early operations. The game suffered from numerous bugs, performance stutters, and visual glitches. Most notably, an exploit during the post-launch window allowed a single malicious player to completely freeze match progression across the online ecosystem, taking Ubisoft extended time to repair.

What Happened When Ubisoft Removed NFTs From Champions Tactics?

In May 2026, Ubisoft admitted the Web3 approach was failing and announced plans to progressively remove all blockchain integration. The publisher froze wallet functionality, closed the digital marketplace, and converted existing player NFT figurines into standard in-game digital assets.

Shortly after, Ubisoft attempted a full relaunch on PC titled Champions Tactics Reforged on Steam, marketing the game as a purely free-to-play tactical experience. However, removing the cryptocurrency components was not enough to resurrect player engagement. Concurrent player counts remained near zero, leaving Ubisoft with no viable financial reason to maintain online server operations.

What Happens to Players Before the October 30 Shutdown?

Ubisoft has officially disabled all real-money microtransactions and in-app purchases across all PC client platforms. Remaining players can access their unlocked Champions and participate in PvP matches until servers officially go offline on October 30, 2026. Once the shutdown concludes, all account data, character unlock progress, and rank standings will be permanently deleted.

Ubisoft is currently directing strategy fans toward its other active tactical projects, including fantasy spin-offs like Might and Magic: Fates.