A passionate segment of players is pushing for a potential revival of Anthem. The community is contemplating crowdfunding efforts to purchase the game's rights after EA halted content updates, leaving many feeling emotionally invested in reviving the game they consider a hidden gem.

Growing Community Sentiment

Discussions are buzzing around the practicality of buying Anthem.

• Potentially Costly Purchase: "EA has no reason to sell the IP and if they did would likely ask for millions to cover the losses"

• Game Development Challenges: “How are you going to convince them that it’s better for them to spend their money developing a game with a tarnished history?”

Many players express a mix of optimism and skepticism. While some believe the game could shine with the right support, others highlight the roadblocks in acquiring and developing it.

Key Complications Identified

Community members pointed out significant hurdles:

• Intellectual Property Issues: "I don’t think you realize how much IP such as Anthem is worth."

• Engine Access Challenges: "Buying Frostbite would be like asking the King to give up the crown jewels."

Interestingly, one suggestion emerged–“Best to do a Kickstart and design a game like Anthem. But not Anthem.” This reflects a potential silver lining, where developers could create new experiences without the constraints of the original.

Community Perspectives

The fair share of skepticism also revolves around persuading buyers to invest again after previous disappointments. As one comment notes, "How're you gonna convince people to part with another £60+ when they barely got £10 worth of game previously?"

"At least there’s hope that another developer can make their own version and potentially give the community the game it was all hoping for."

Key Takeaways

• 🌟 Emotional Investment: Players are eager to support a revival but question feasibility.

• ⚠️ Roadblocks Abound: Ownership and access to the Frostbite engine are major concerns.

• 🔄 Alternative Ideas: Some suggest creating a new IP inspired by Anthem, rather than reinventing it.

As discussions swell, will community efforts result in progress for Anthem, or is it just a dream that’s destined to fail? Only time will tell.