EA's server shutdowns are causing a stir in the gaming community, and this time, it's the Plants vs Zombies franchise in the spotlight. But here's the twist: only the PS3 version is facing the axe, leaving Xbox 360 players unharmed.
EA has confirmed that the servers for Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare on PS3 will close on April 28, 2026, but the Xbox 360 version is safe, for now. This update comes as a relief to Xbox 360 players who were initially worried about losing access to the game and its achievements. However, the situation raises some intriguing questions.
EA's decision to shut down the PS3 servers while keeping the Xbox 360 servers running is curious. The publisher has a history of overlooking the Xbox 360 versions of its games during server closures, as seen with Need for Speed Rivals. This inconsistency might leave Xbox 360 players feeling uncertain about the future of their games. And this is where it gets controversial—is EA's approach to server shutdowns fair to all players, regardless of their chosen platform?
For those aiming to complete the achievements on Xbox 360, time is of the essence. With 65 achievements to unlock, players can expect a 40-hour grind, or 25-30 hours for the base 1,000G. The game and its DLC packs are no longer available digitally, and it's not backwards compatible, so players will need to dig out their old Xbox 360 consoles and physical copies.
Are you an Xbox 360 player who's relieved by this news? Or perhaps you're a PS3 gamer disappointed by the server closure? Share your thoughts below, and let's discuss the impact of these decisions on the gaming community.
