It’s official: Tower of God: Great Journey, the idle RPG from NGELGAMES, will end service worldwide—including in Japan and Korea—on August 20, 2025, after just two years in global rotation. The decision comes amid unforeseen changes in their service partnership environment.
Why the Shutdown Is Happening
In a direct message from GM Headon, the team explained that despite exhaustive efforts and extended talks with partner platforms, a mandatory shift in operational conditions made continued service impossible. External technical or contractual changes forced their hand. They pulled every lever—but concluded that shutting down by August 20 is the only viable path.
What Players Should Do Now
First, plan ahead: the game will stop working completely after August 20, 2025. That’s the hard cutoff. Second, if you’ve spent money or purchased in-game items, don’t wait. The team clarified they can’t process refunds—you’ll need to contact your app store (Google Play or App Store) directly for any refund or subscription cancellations before shutdown . Act now: app-store refund timelines vary.
Game Summary and Legacy
Launched in South Korea in April 2022 and globally on February 14, 2023, Tower of God: Great Journey brought the beloved webtoon to life via an Idle RPG format. Players built teams around characters like Twenty-Fifth Baam and Khun, guiding them through automated battles with strategic flair. Though it didn’t match the success of Tower of God: New World, it garnered praise for strong art style and faithful adaptation of source material.
Looking Ahead: Alternatives and Fan Options
Don’t worry—Tower of God fans have options. Tower of God: New World by Netmarble remains available and active, with its second anniversary in July. If you’re craving more adventures in the Tower universe, that’s the logical next stop.
