PlayStation Cancels Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble - News
by William D'Angelo , posted 1 hour ago / 331 Views
Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Oh BiBi announced the free-to-play multiplayer arena shooter, Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble, has been canceled.
The game had soft launched for iOS and Android in multiple countries. The final update will release today and the app will be removed from stores on November 21. The game's servers will shut down on May 1, 2027.
Read details below:
Important dates
- November 6th, 2026 - Final Update: The final planned update rolls out on Apple App Store and Google Play Stores.
- November 21st, 2026 - Store Delisting: Ranger Rumble will no longer be available for new players to download on App Store or Google Play.
- May 1st, 2027 - End of Service: Game servers will permanently shut down, and the game will no longer be available.
FAQ
When will the game officially shut down?
Game servers will permanently shut down on May 1, 2027.
Can I continue playing after the game is removed from stores?
If you already installed the game, you will be able to continue playing the game until End of Service on May 1, 2027.
Will I still be able to download and reinstall the game?
If you’re an existing player, Yes, until November 21, 2026, after that the game will be delisted from Apple’s App Store and Google Play.
Will the game still work after the servers have been shut down?
No, once the game servers are shutdown on May 1, 2027, the game will no longer load.
Will there be any additional game updates?
No, there are no planned updates after November 7, 2026.
Will existing game modes, multiplayer matchmaking and competitive features remain available?
All current game modes, matchmaking and competitive features will remain active until End of Service on May 1, 2027.
Will there be any final events, rewards or opportunities to unlock content?
The Qwark Pass seasons will continue to run until May 1, 2027, and the Super Pass is now free, and all content can be earned throughout each season.
What happens to my Quark Pass and any unclaimed rewards?
You have until End of Service on May 1, 2027, to enter, claim and utilize any rewards earned through play.
Can I still make in-game purchases?
No, in-app purchases have been removed. You can continue to earn rewards through play and spending that currency on upgrades, cosmetics, characters and currencies.
What happens to my unused in-game currency?
You have until End of Service on May 1, 2027, to use any currency you’ve earned or purchased.
Can I request a refund for previous purchases?
Your eligibility for a refund for any purchases made will be through Apple’s App Store or Google Play.
What happens to my account and game progress after shut-down?
All player data will be wiped from the servers at the End of Service, May 1, 2027. If you want to delete your data ahead of May 1, 2027, you can contact support here.
Can I transfer my progress, purchases or unlocked items to another game?
No, your progress and items are not transferable to any other game.
What happens if I registered for the game or earned pre-registration rewards?
Pre-registration rewards will be available to all players logging into the November 7, 2026 update.
They can be found in your Inbox.
How can I contact player support?
You can contact our support team here.
What happens to my personal data after the game closes?
All player data will be deleted at End of Service, on May 1, 2027.
Does this affect other Ratchet & Clank games or PlayStation services?
No, Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble‘s ceasing development has no impact on other Ratchet & Clank games or PlayStation services.
A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can follow the author on Bluesky.
