Despite the continuation of many challenges from 2020 into the new year, we are definitively saying goodbye to both Adobe Flash and FarmVille as we move forward.

The phasing out of Flash has been anticipated for quite some time. Initially released in 1996, this plug-in once provided support for a wide range of online content but has become increasingly obsolete in a world dominated by smartphones; Flash was never compatible with iPhones, and Apple’s Steve Jobs detailed the technology’s limitations in a public letter over a decade ago.

Adobe has been preparing for this conclusion, announcing in 2017 its intention to discontinue Flash support by the end of this year. Most major web browsers have already ceased Flash support, and today marks the official end of support from Adobe itself—though a final step in the “end of Flash” process will occur on January 12, when the company will begin actively blocking Flash content from running.

Alongside this, Zynga recently announced that the end of Flash will also result in the termination of FarmVille, as the game is dependent on the Flash plug-in.

Similar to Flash, FarmVille represents a relic from a previous generation of the internet (a realization that highlights how much time has passed, especially for those who covered both extensively early in their careers). First appearing in 2009, FarmVille’s success was instrumental in the growth of both Zynga and Facebook gaming, though both the company and the gaming landscape have since evolved significantly.

Mark Pincus, the company’s co-founder and former CEO, acknowledged this moment with a series of posts on social media outlining the game’s initial creation (which was influenced by the acquisition of the startup MyMiniLife).

“FarmVille proved that a game could function as a continuously updated service, offering daily enjoyment and surprises, much like a beloved television show,” Pincus stated. “Games also had the potential to connect people and strengthen relationships.”

For those who still enjoy the FarmVille experience, rest assured: FarmVille 2: Tropic Escape, FarmVille 2: Country Escape are currently available, and FarmVille 3 is still in development for mobile platforms. Today simply signifies the end of the original game.