What will happen when...

[MajesticM]

In the year 2020, Clash of Clans has lost its popularity. The developers have successfully developed a game that lasted more then most. But what will happen when the servers shut down... FOREVER. Does that mean we lost thousands of dollars/pounds on this game? Will we still be able to play the game? Will we get refunded (probably not)?

[Palalay]

That's a pretty nice question.. That is why I don't purchase at least $1 on this game so my $$$ doesn't go to a waste

[Xlcblx]

Thats like asking what happens when you did, there is no straight answer only theories. Carpe diem, enjoy clash while you have it

[dahimi]

1. Yes, although I wouldn't say lost. People should consider any gems they buy as entertainment not an investment.
2. Not unless they open source it. I'd imagine the probability of that would be quite slim.
3. Of course not.

[MajesticM]

Thats like asking what happens when you did, there is no straight answer only theories. Carpe diem, enjoy clash while you have it

I dont think the Clash of Clans developers will ever answer these. Is this in the ToS about closing the servers?

[GameloverHD]

You will play a different game. Done deal. Also, when the game becomes unpopular there will be a ton of inactive bases for me to load up on!

[MajesticM]

1. Yes, although I wouldn't say lost. People should consider any gems they buy as entertainment not an investment.
2. Not unless they open source it. I'd imagine the probability of that would be quite slim.
3. Of course not.

If you upgrade your base, is that an investment? To progress your base and gain trophies/resources with real currency is an investment? But i guess i do like watching the troops wander around bases, that counts for entertainment?
Open source?

[dahimi]

I dont think the Clash of Clans developers will ever answer these. Is this in the ToS about closing the servers?

There is a blanket statement regarding the availability of the service:

Supercell reserves the right to stop offering and/or supporting the Service or a particular game or part of the Service at any time, at which point your license to use the Service or a part thereof will be automatically terminated. In such event, Supercell shall not be required to provide refunds, benefits or other compensation to users in connection with such discontinued Services. Termination of your Account can include disabling your access to the Service or any part thereof including any content you submitted or others submitted.

[dahimi]

If you upgrade your base, is that an investment? To progress your base and gain trophies/resources with real currency is an investment? But i guess i do like watching the troops wander around bases, that counts for entertainment?
Open source?

1. No
2. No
3. Whatever floats your boat.
4. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_source

[MajesticM]

You will play a different game. Done deal. Also, when the game becomes unpopular there will be a ton of inactive bases for me to load up on!

This is assuming the servers are still running. No point on running thousand dollar servers for a few hundred players. Will the money spent on upgrading your base just vanish?