Bully Online Mod Shuts Down Permanently, Developers Regret Decision
The ambitious Bully Online mod has officially been shut down, only a month after its launch. This project aimed to bring online functionality and various features reminiscent of GTA Online to the beloved title by Rockstar. The lead developer, Swegta, confirmed the closure through an announcement on his official website.
Bully Online: A Brief Overview
Bully Online aimed to enhance the single-player experience of Bully with multiplayer capabilities and additional content. However, following its launch, the entire project has been permanently erased from the internet. Swegta hinted that an external force may have influenced this sudden decision.
Shutdown Details
The official statement from the Bully Online team included several drastic changes set to occur within 24 hours:
- The official Bully Online server will be taken down.
- Development of scripts for Bully Online will cease.
- All source code will be removed from the official website.
- Webpages related to Bully Online will be deleted.
- Launcher downloads will no longer be available.
- All user account data will be permanently erased.
Swegta’s team expressed regret about the closure, stating, “This was not something we wanted.” A video announcement with further details was suggested but has not yet materialized.
Implications of the Shutdown
While Swegta previously dismissed concerns regarding legal action from Rockstar and Take-Two, the situation has clearly changed. The mod required a legitimate copy of the game, so it should not have violated any terms. However, the introduction of a paid early access version may have raised red flags with the intellectual property owners.
As the Bully Online project has come to an unexpected end, fans of the game are left to wonder about the circumstances behind this closure. More information is anticipated as Swegta prepares to share further insights on the matter.
