The Last Song Gets “Defaulted” by Microsoft

Hey there, Soulslike fans and fans of a good fight behind the scenes! If you were looking forward to playing Enotria: The Last Song on your Xbox, hold on to your chair because things got ugly. The game, which was supposed to come out on September 19th, had its launch postponed indefinitely on Xbox. And the reason? It seems that Microsoft simply decided to give the famous “vacuum” to the Italian developer Jyamma Games, which got so pissed off that it had no other choice but to postpone the whole thing.

The Enotria Saga: When Microsoft Decides to Ignore You

To begin, let's get everyone situated: Enotria: The Last Song is a Soulslike with a very different feel. Imagine a Dark Souls with the sun in your face, set in a world inspired by Italian folklore. Beautiful, right? The guys at Jyamma Games did a great job creating a game full of light and with a Mediterranean atmosphere, but that will still test your patience and skill with that challenging gameplay that we love (or hate, depending on the day).

But the problem is that, while PS5 and PC owners are laughing out loud, Xbox people are sucking their thumbs. Back in March, Jyamma Games I had already said that the Xbox release would be delayed to ensure that the game would come out in perfect condition on PC and PS5. So far, so good, right? Who hasn't needed a little extra time to sort things out? But in May, the guys at Jyamma decided to give a little hope, announcing that the game would also be coming to Xbox in September. It seemed like everything was going to work out, but then Microsoft decided to put on a show and leave the guys in the dark for two months.

Jyamma CEO Jacky Greco spoke out on Discord after the community began speculating whether Sony had put some money on the table to delay the Xbox version. And he didn't let it slide: “You can ask Microsoft why they haven't responded to us for two months,” he wrote. “Obviously they don't care about Enotria and not even with you… We have the Xbox Series X|S version ready, but we cannot proceed with the submission and release.”

Wow! Think of a developer who is hot-blooded. And it's no wonder, right? Just imagine the guy spending a lot of money to port the game to the Xbox and, when it's time to release it, being left with his hands tied because no one answers. It's like you making a date and waiting alone at the restaurant. No one deserves that!

The Community Is Pissed Off – And Rightly So

After all this mess, the community of Enotria has been in an uproar, and discontent is widespread. Many people were eagerly awaiting the launch on Xbox, but now, with the indefinite postponement, all that remains is to wait and see if Microsoft decides to wake up. On X/Twitter (good times that we could access) The game’s official Jyamma Games team was clear: “Communication with Xbox is the main challenge. The game works well on Series S and X, but we can’t go through the submission process, and they can take up to two months to get back to us.”

I mean, the guys did their part, the game is ready to run on Xbox, but where is Microsoft's goodwill? So far, nothing. And the worst part is that, according to Greco, the problem started with the inability to open the game's page in the Xbox store to send the game – something that Microsoft support even admitted was their fault, but then they simply stopped responding.

What Does This Mean for the Future of Enotria on Xbox?

At this point, the future of Enotria: The Last Song on Xbox is a big unknown. Jyamma Games has made it clear that they want to release the game on the platform as soon as possible, but without communication, it's difficult. In the meantime, PS5 and PC owners can get ready to enjoy the game on September 19, while Xbox owners can only hope for a miracle.

And this raises a bigger question about how major platforms deal with independent developers. Is Microsoft really ignoring indies in favor of major studios? Or was this just a miscommunication that got out of hand? The fact is, until these questions are answered, the frustration will only grow for developers and gamers alike.

Enotria: The Last Song – A Bit of Franchise History

For those who aren't aware yet, Enotria: The Last Song is an indie project from Jyamma Games, an Italian studio that decided to delve into the world of Soulslikes with a slightly different approach. Instead of dark and oppressive environments, as we see in Dark Souls and Bloodborne, Enotria takes place in a sun-drenched world, inspired by Italian folklore and landscapes. The idea is to bring something new to the genre, but without losing that challenging feel that makes us want to throw the controller at the wall (but in a good way, you know?).

The game promises intense combat, with a parry mechanic that will make even the most skilled players sweat. And with the unique setting, Enotria has everything it needs to stand out in a sea of ​​Soulslikes that often seem a bit saturated. But, of course, all of this depends on when – and if – the game finally arrives on Xbox.

What Now, Microsoft? The Ball Is In Your Court

Look, if I were Microsoft, I wouldn't hesitate any longer. The Xbox crowd has been waiting for a long time, and this delay is only ruining the film. Jyamma Games has already done its part, the game is ready to run, and now all that's left is for the Redmond giant to wake up and let things happen. So, Microsoft, let's get this sorted out, because Soulslike fans on Xbox also deserve their dose of Mediterranean sun mixed with a lot of suffering and, who knows, some epic victories.

And while that doesn't happen, the only thing left to do is keep an eye on Jyamma Games' social media and hope that this story has a happy ending. Because, at the end of the day, everyone only wants one thing: to play. Enotria: The Last Song and see if this Soulslike à la Italy really delivers what it promises.