Studio Expresses Disappointment Over Delisting of Cartoon Network Games

Grumpyface Studios recently shared its disappointment and heartbreak over the decision to remove many of its games, especially those developed under the Cartoon Network label, from digital storefronts. Known for its engaging collaborations with developers like Adult Swim Games and Cartoon Network Games, Grumpyface has brought to life various mobile titles inspired by popular shows, including Adventure Time, Regular Show, and the much-loved Steven Universe: The Light Trilogy, which were released on both consoles and PC.

Regrettably, fans hoping to purchase these titles legally will find them unavailable, as at least six games published by Cartoon Network have been delisted from platforms such as Steam and the Nintendo eShop. In 2024, Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of Cartoon Network, began cutting costs by shelving nearly finished projects and removing original films from streaming services, actions that unfortunately extended to the gaming sphere. Among the games affected are Grumpyface Studios’ own Steven Universe: Save the Light and Steven Universe: Unleash the Light. The studio made a public statement to shed light on how the delistings have impacted them.

Taking to their Twitter account, Grumpyface Studios clarified that they were not involved in the heartbreaking decision to delist the Steven Universe: The Light Trilogy or the Teeny Titans games. They urged fans to direct any questions to Cartoon Network and Warner Bros., as they could offer no further comments on the situation. The studio expressed their deep regret over the decisions, an emotion echoed by countless fans.

Steven Universe: The Light Trilogy includes RPGs inspired by the Cartoon Network animated series. While Attack the Light, the first in the trilogy, was a mobile-exclusive game, its sequels, Save the Light and Unleash the Light, were accessible on PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Xbox One. In a similar vein, Teeny Titans gave life to the Teen Titans GO series, where Robin goes on a quest to upgrade his figures and win tournaments, reminiscent of a Pokémon-style gameplay.

Alongside these, other titles like Adventure Time: Finn and Jake’s Epic Quest and Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time are also being removed from digital stores. This isn’t the first instance of Warner Bros. attempting sweeping game delistings; a similar wave occurred in March 2024, although a public outcry managed to spare many Adult Swim-published games. Fans have voiced their anger over these unannounced removals and are racing to preserve these titles, safeguarding the gaming experiences from disappearing into oblivion.