Summary
Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games have announced that they will be ending support for the Nintendo Switch version of their multiplayer shooter game, Rogue Company, on June 20, 2023. In a statement, the companies explained that the decision was made due to significant technical and process challenges that prevented them from providing the level of support that players deserve.
While in-game purchases for real money are no longer available, players who have linked their Hi-Rez account can continue playing the game on other platforms and transfer their progress from the Nintendo Switch. Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games remain committed to providing full support for the game on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
End of Support and What It Means for Players
Multiplayer shooter game, Rogue Company, will no longer be supported on the Nintendo Switch platform after June 20, 2023. The game’s developers, Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games, cited significant technical and process challenges as the reason for ending support. In a statement, they explained that their focus is now on providing players on other platforms with better support and delivering updates with more flexibility and frequency. However, players who have linked their Hi-Rez account can continue playing Rogue Company on other platforms and transfer their progress from the Nintendo Switch. This article explores the reasons behind the decision to end support for Rogue Company on the Nintendo Switch and what it means for players.
Reasons for Ending Support for Rogue Company on Switch
Technical and Process Challenges
In the announcement, Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games cited technical and process challenges as the reasons for ending support for Rogue Company on Switch. While the team had worked diligently in the past to find workarounds for various Switch-specific issues, significant challenges remained that prevented them from continuing support for the platform.
The performance of the Switch port was not up to the standards set by the team, and they were unable to provide the level of support that players deserved. Removing resources from the Switch version allows the team to provide better support and focus for players on other platforms, as well as deliver updates with more flexibility and frequency whenever needed.
Impact on Players
The decision to end support for Rogue Company on Switch will undoubtedly have an impact on players who have been enjoying the game on the platform. However, Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games are encouraging players to utilize Hi-Rez account linking to pick up their progress where they left off on another platform.
Players will still be able to play Rogue Company and utilize the in-game store on Switch until June 20, 2023. However, in-game purchases for real money will no longer be available as of April 11th, and Nintendo eShop purchases will turn off as soon as possible. Players who have linked their account and are playing on another platform will not be impacted.
Steps for Continuing to Play Rogue Company on Other Platforms
Hi-Rez Account Linking
To continue playing Rogue Company on other platforms, Hi-Rez account linking is necessary. Players can link their accounts by following these steps:
Create a Hi-Rez account or sign in to an existing account.
Link the Nintendo Switch account to the Hi-Rez account.
Log in to Rogue Company on another platform and link the Hi-Rez account to that platform.
Once the accounts are linked, players can pick up their progress where they left off on the Nintendo Switch.
Progress Transfer
If a player has already linked their account and is playing on another platform, progress transfer is possible. Progress transfer allows players to transfer their progress, including all unlocked characters, cosmetics, and currency, from one platform to another.
To transfer progress, players must log in to Rogue Company on the platform they want to transfer to and select the “Transfer Progress” option from the main menu. The transfer process may take several minutes to complete, but once it’s done, players can continue playing Rogue Company on the new platform with their progress intact.
In-Game Purchases and Availability on Switch
As of April 11th, in-game purchases for real money are no longer available for Rogue Company on Switch. Nintendo eShop purchases will turn off as soon as possible.
Players who still have currency on their account can continue to use it to purchase items from the in-game store on Switch until June 20, 2023. However, players who have not spent their currency by that date will lose it.
Continued Support for Rogue Company on Other Platforms
While Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games are ending support for Rogue Company on Switch, they remain dedicated to providing full support for the game on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Players on these platforms can expect updates and improvements to continue in the future.
Conclusion
The decision by Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games to end support for Rogue Company on Nintendo Switch was not made lightly. The team faced significant technical and process challenges that prevented them from providing the level of support that players deserve. However, players who have linked their accounts can continue playing the game on other platforms and transfer their progress from the Nintendo Switch platform. In-game purchases for real money are no longer available, and the Nintendo eShop purchases will turn off as soon as possible. Players who still have currency on their account can use it to purchase items from the in-game store on Switch until June 20, 2023.
Hi-Rez account linking is necessary for players to continue playing Rogue Company on other platforms. Progress transfer is also possible, allowing players to transfer their progress, including all unlocked characters, cosmetics, and currency, from one platform to another.
While the decision to end support for Rogue Company on Switch may disappoint some players, Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games remain committed to providing full support for the game on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
FAQs
- Q1. Why is support for Rogue Company ending on Nintendo Switch?
- A1. Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games cited significant technical and process challenges that prevented them from providing the level of support that players deserve.
- Q2. Can I continue playing Rogue Company on Nintendo Switch?
- A2. Yes, players can continue playing the game and utilizing the in-game store on Switch until June 20, 2023. However, in-game purchases for real money are no longer available, and Nintendo eShop purchases will turn off as soon as possible.
- Q3. Can I transfer my progress from Nintendo Switch to other platforms?
- A3. Yes, Hi-Rez account linking and progress transfer allow players to transfer their progress, including all unlocked characters, cosmetics, and currency, from Nintendo Switch to other platforms.
- Q4. How do I link my Hi-Rez account to Nintendo Switch?
- A4. To link a Hi-Rez account to Nintendo Switch, players must create a Hi-Rez account or sign in to an existing account, link the Nintendo Switch account to the Hi-Rez account, and log in to Rogue Company on another platform to link the Hi-Rez account to that platform.
- Q5. Will Rogue Company continue to receive updates on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox?
- A5. Yes, Hi-Rez Studios and First Watch Games remain committed to providing full support for the game on these platforms.
