
Warner Bros. Discovery's sudden removal of several Cartoon Network and Adult Swim games has sparked significant backlash from fans. Without explanation, at least six titles disappeared from digital storefronts like Steam and the Nintendo eShop on December 23rd, 2024. This follows a similar incident in March 2024, though public pressure prevented a complete wipeout then.
This latest delisting affects beloved games including Adventure Time: Finn and Jake's Epic Quest (released in 2014), Adventure Time: Magic Man's Head Games, OK K.O.! Let's Play Heroes, Steven Universe: Save the Light, Steven Universe: Unleash the Light, and Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time. Each game's storefront listing now displays a brief message stating its removal from sale, attributed to Cartoon Network Games or Adult Swim Games.
The move is attributed to Warner Bros. Discovery's cost-cutting measures, mirroring their previous decisions to shelve films and remove content from streaming services. While some games, like Cartoon Network Journeys VR and Monsters Ate My Birthday Cake, remain available, the lack of transparency regarding the delistings has fueled fan anger, particularly concerning Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time, whose removal effectively cuts off access to the show's canonical season five conclusion. The soundtrack for OK K.O.! Let's Play Heroes is still available for purchase.
The absence of a clear explanation from Warner Bros. Discovery, Cartoon Network Games, or Adult Swim Games leaves fans frustrated and concerned about the future accessibility of their favorite titles. The company's actions highlight the precarious nature of digital game ownership and the potential for sudden content removal without warning or justification.