In this article, we will list online game titles whose services will end on a monthly basis, and introduce special measures that will be implemented for some titles because they will end, the schedule until the end, and the announced developments after the end.
There are 19 titles whose service will end in January 2026. In addition to multiple series titles from some manufacturers ending at the same time, titles that have lasted for more than 10 years, such as GungHo’s “Kerihime Sweets”, Colopla’s “Professional Baseball PRIDE”, and MIXI’s “Monster Strike Stadium”, will be sadly discontinued.
While checking out campaigns that you tend to miss and information on refunds for paid currency, some titles have special measures at the end that you can fully enjoy during the year-end and New Year holidays, so why not take this opportunity to play?
Introducing selected titles that have ended their service
Kerihime sweets
Service ends at 12:00 on January 30, 2026
Manufacturer: GungHo
Basic play: Free (item charge system)
Kerihime sweets
This work is a stage-clearing smartphone app that combines puzzle gameplay with RPG elements. Anyone can easily play the game with the simple controls that only a smartphone game can have.
If you can control the “princess”, send the “soldier”, and annihilate all the monsters, you will clear the stage. The rules are simple to remember, but there are various strategies for each stage, and the more you progress, the deeper the game becomes. Power up your hero by equipping him with various weapons. You can use the character you have developed to your liking to play an active role.
[[Smartphone app]Kerihime Sweets Official PV]
A notice posted on October 16, 2025 revealed that the service will end at 12:00 on January 30, 2026. The service will end approximately 13 years after its start on November 19, 2012.
The schedule until the end of the service has also been released, and there are many measures in place to enjoy the game until the end. For the latest information, please check the official website, in-app, and official X announcements.
□[Important]Notice of service termination
□Google Play “Kerihime Sweets” page
□App Store “Kerihime Sweets” page
monster strike stadium
Service ends at 12:00 on January 6, 2026
Manufacturer: MIXI
Basic play: Free (item charge system)
monster strike stadium
This work is the first spin-off title of “Monster Strike”. It is a game application that specializes in multi-player battles that can be enjoyed in conjunction with “Monster Strike.”
The basic operation method is the same as “Monster Strike”, and the appeal is the intuitive and easy operation of just pulling and releasing your monster. There are many elements unique to this work, such as new stages and additional features.
A notice posted on October 22, 2025 revealed that the service will end at 12:00 on January 6, 2026. The service will end 10 years and 8 months after its start on April 26, 2015.
On December 20th, a real event “Monster Strike Stadium Finale Party” was held to look back on 10 years of history. You can check the situation on the “Monster Strike Event” X account.
Please note that after the service ends, you will no longer be able to log in to the app and view your records.
□Notice of termination of “Monster Strike Stadium” service
□Google Play “Monster Strike Stadium” page
□App Store “Monster Strike Stadium” page
Sengoku Puzzle!!Animal Great Battle
Service ends at 15:00 on January 13, 2026
Manufacturer: Rakujin
Basic play: Free (item charge system)
Sengoku Puzzle!!Animal Great Battle
This is a Sengoku puzzle RPG in which Sengoku warlords become cute animals and aim to unify the country. In addition to featuring more than 500 famous military commanders such as Oda Nobunaga and Takeda Shingen, the series also features characters created through collaboration with various regions and anime.
The puzzle rules are simple: slide vertically and horizontally to connect four or more blocks of the same color. There is also content such as “Yoma Suppression Battle” where you can play cooperatively with other players.
[Sengoku warlords turn into animals and go on a rampage with puzzles Sengoku Puzzle!! Animal Great Battle]
A notice posted on October 6, 2025 revealed that the service will end at 3:00 PM on January 13, 2026. The reason for this is that “we have come to the conclusion that it would be extremely difficult to continue the service, including app updates, due to changes in the environment.” The service will end approximately 12 and a half years after its start on August 24, 2012.
We have measures in place to allow you to enjoy the game until the end even after the end of service is announced, and various event battles are open so that you can enjoy the game to the fullest during the year-end and New Year holidays. There is also a login campaign where you can receive luxurious items every day.
Please note that unused paid currency will be refunded, and the final reservation will be accepted until January 12, 2026 at 23:59. Please check the in-app notifications for details.
□”Sengoku Puzzle!! Animal Great Battle” official website
□Google Play “Sengoku Puzzle!! Animal Battle” page
□App Store “Sengoku Puzzle!! Animal Battle” page
sims pocket
Service ended at 10:59 on January 20, 2026
Manufacturer: Electronic Arts
Basic play: Free (item charge system)
sims pocket
This is a simulation game where you create a Sim that becomes your alter ego, build unique personalities and relationships, and design your own world. Sims can customize their appearance, hairstyle, clothes, makeup, and accessories, giving them an unlimited amount of fun to create their own style.
In addition to being able to freely choose the design and layout of the house your Sim lives in, you can also guide your Sim’s life and shape their lifestyle, including their career, hobbies, and family.
【The Sims Mobile (iOS/Android) Soft Launch Trailer | Official Mobile Game】
A notice posted on October 19, 2025 revealed that the service will end at 10:59 on January 20, 2026. The service will end approximately seven and a half years after the service started on August 22, 2018.
Updates will stop after the update on October 20, 2025. It is no longer possible to download it from the app store, but users who have already installed it can play it until January 20th.
All building modes and Sim creation items will be unlocked for all players on January 6, 2026. I hope you enjoy it until the end.
□ “Sims Pocket” last update page
Professional Baseball PRIDE
Service ends at 15:00 on January 29, 2026
Manufacturer: Colopla
Basic play: Free (item charge system)
Professional Baseball PRIDE
This is an authentic professional baseball card game in which players become the owners of a new baseball team and create their own baseball team. A diverse lineup of over 50,000 types of player cards will be available, and the latest data on active pitchers from the 12 Central and Pacific teams will be distributed over 1 year and 4 seasons.
There is a lot of content that baseball fans can’t resist, such as the “Match Up” mode where you can play against 12 teams, the “Pennant Race” where you compete against rivals from all over the country for promotion to a class, and the “MY Player Directory” where you can collect player cards and create your own directory.
A notice posted on November 18, 2025 revealed that the service will end at 3:00 PM on January 29, 2026. The service will end approximately 14 years after its start on April 6, 2012.
“PRIDE Premier Seat” will be gradually discontinued from November 18, 2025. A separate announcement will be made at 3:00 PM on January 29, 2026 regarding the handling of unused purchased BB Gold (in-game paid currency) at the time of service termination.
□Notice of termination of “Professional Baseball PRIDE” service
□Google Play “Professional Baseball PRIDE” page
□App Store “Professional Baseball PRIDE” page
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