Shocking absolutely no one, Microsoft abandons Paint 3D app, set to be permanently removed from Microsoft Store in November

In a move that has left many users utterly thrilled (not), Microsoft has announced that it will be retiring its Paint 3D app, a tool that was introduced in 2016 as a 3D extension of the classic Paint application. Because, you know, who needs 3D painting when you can just stick with 2D?

According to a report by GizChina, the app will no longer receive updates and will be removed from the Microsoft Store on November 4, 2024. Wow, what a wonderful way to celebrate the app’s 8-year anniversary!

The news was also confirmed by XDA Developers, which stated that while the app was highly rated by users, Microsoft will not be continuing its support for Paint 3D. Tom’s Hardware also reported on the story, noting that the retirement of Paint 3D cements the revival of the classic Windows Paint app. Because, you know, who needs progress when you can just go back to the good old days?

The retirement of Paint 3D has also sparked a heated debate on social media, with some users expressing their outrage at Microsoft’s decision. One Twitter user, @phantomofearth, tweeted about the news, which has received several replies and retweets. But hey, who needs social media when you can just ignore user feedback and do whatever you want?

Paint 3D now has a banner stating that it will no longer receive updates or be available in the Microsoft Store starting on November 4th. pic.twitter.com/ksPg1Irdjo

— phantomofearth ⛄ (@phantomofearth) August 10, 2024

While Microsoft has not provided an official statement on the retirement of Paint 3D, it is clear that the app will no longer be supported. Users who are looking for alternative 3D painting apps will have to look elsewhere. But don’t worry, there are plenty of other options out there… like Blender, AutoCAD, Sketchbook, and Krita. Who needs Paint 3D when you can just use something else?

What’s next for Paint 3D users?

For users who are currently using Paint 3D, there are several alternative apps available that offer similar features. Some popular alternatives include Blender, Sketchbook, and Krita. While these apps may not offer the exact same features as Paint 3D, they do offer a range of 3D painting and modeling tools that can be used for a variety of creative projects. So, go ahead and try them out Who needs Paint 3D when you can just use something else?

While Microsoft has not provided an official statement on the matter, it is clear that the app will no longer be supported. Users who are looking for alternative 3D painting apps will have to look elsewhere. What app are you going to use instead?