Amazon Games and Glowmade have officially announced the cancellation of the anticipated Nintendo Switch release for King of Meat.
This follows the game's initial reveal for the platform in 2024 and the subsequent 'early 2026' release window teased last year.
Despite its potential and showcasing in the March 2025 Nintendo Direct, the quirky party platformer will not be making its debut on Nintendo’s hybrid console.
As of March 2026, King of Meat has been delisted from all digital storefronts, preventing new purchases across supported platforms.
However, players who already own the title on Steam, Xbox Series, or PlayStation 5 will be able to continue playing until the servers officially close on April 9, 2026.
This transition ensures current users have a final opportunity to enjoy the multiplayer experience before service termination. In a statement posted to the King of Meat website, Amazon Games recognized the dedication and originality that Glowmade invested in the game's development.
However, representatives acknowledged that "King of Meat has unfortunately not found the audience we hoped for," leading to a difficult decision to end further development and investment.
The statement adds that existing content will remain accessible until the server closure date, and encourages players to make the most of the time remaining with friends and the community. To support affected players, Amazon Games has implemented a comprehensive refund policy.
All users who purchased King of Meat are eligible for a full refund, a move consistent with industry best practices during live service closures. Amazon Games and Glowmade further expressed gratitude to their player base and the broader community, noting: “Your enthusiasm, imagination, and feedback have meant the world to us and to the team at Glowmade.
We’re grateful for Glowmade’s partnership and passion throughout this journey and wish them continued success in the future.” The closure of King of Meat’s servers underscores the ongoing volatility of live-service game projects in today's market.
While cancellations and shutdowns have become increasingly common across platforms like the Nintendo Switch, Steam, Xbox Series, and PS5, each closure marks the end of a creative endeavor—and, in this case, a missed opportunity for Nintendo’s dedicated player community. As the industry looks forward, fans of Glowmade remain hopeful for future projects that may find long-term success on Nintendo Switch and beyond.
For now, the chapter closes on King of Meat, but the appreciation for its ambitious design and community-driven play remains evident among its supporters.
This follows the game's initial reveal for the platform in 2024 and the subsequent 'early 2026' release window teased last year.
Despite its potential and showcasing in the March 2025 Nintendo Direct, the quirky party platformer will not be making its debut on Nintendo’s hybrid console.
As of March 2026, King of Meat has been delisted from all digital storefronts, preventing new purchases across supported platforms.
However, players who already own the title on Steam, Xbox Series, or PlayStation 5 will be able to continue playing until the servers officially close on April 9, 2026.
This transition ensures current users have a final opportunity to enjoy the multiplayer experience before service termination. In a statement posted to the King of Meat website, Amazon Games recognized the dedication and originality that Glowmade invested in the game's development.
However, representatives acknowledged that "King of Meat has unfortunately not found the audience we hoped for," leading to a difficult decision to end further development and investment.
The statement adds that existing content will remain accessible until the server closure date, and encourages players to make the most of the time remaining with friends and the community. To support affected players, Amazon Games has implemented a comprehensive refund policy.
All users who purchased King of Meat are eligible for a full refund, a move consistent with industry best practices during live service closures. Amazon Games and Glowmade further expressed gratitude to their player base and the broader community, noting: “Your enthusiasm, imagination, and feedback have meant the world to us and to the team at Glowmade.
We’re grateful for Glowmade’s partnership and passion throughout this journey and wish them continued success in the future.” The closure of King of Meat’s servers underscores the ongoing volatility of live-service game projects in today's market.
While cancellations and shutdowns have become increasingly common across platforms like the Nintendo Switch, Steam, Xbox Series, and PS5, each closure marks the end of a creative endeavor—and, in this case, a missed opportunity for Nintendo’s dedicated player community. As the industry looks forward, fans of Glowmade remain hopeful for future projects that may find long-term success on Nintendo Switch and beyond.
For now, the chapter closes on King of Meat, but the appreciation for its ambitious design and community-driven play remains evident among its supporters.
