Twin Drums which has been the brain child of Allan Cudicio and the studio behind the Wagadu Chronicles has decided to sunset the MMORPG citing a tough financial climate.

In a lengthy statement released to their community, the studio said

“Over the past few months, Twin Drums has been fighting to stay financially afloat. Despite our best efforts, we’ve reached the end of the line. Even with all the passion and sacrifice that the team invested into Wagadu, we don’t have the resources to keep on going. 

When we began planning this Kickstarter campaign, the world looked very different—COVID-19 was unheard of, inflation wasn’t making headlines, and funding for gaming was on the rise. Despite facing relentless challenges and rising costs, our vibrant and dedicated team—made possible by you, our Backers—managed to thrive, grow, and learn. We came so close, and I only wish we had more time.

It’s with a lot of regret that we will discontinue the online game, especially because we were excited about implementing your invaluable feedback. I understand that some of you may be disappointed, but I hope you will eventually recognize the impactful strides we’ve made despite significant obstacles. I am proud of the world we created and profoundly grateful for your support, which has pushed the boundaries of fantasy and our collective imagination.“

As the industry continues to come to terms with an increasingly volatile landscape, the end of Wagadu Chronicles is the first significant setback to an African industry that is on an upward trajectory. Despite the end of its run, it has cemented its standing as a significant chapter in the history of the African games industry as the first significant foray into the MMORPG space and for that we salute the Twin Drums team.

The game can still be bought and supported on Steam.