Earlier today, Korean online games portal Netmarble launched Mystic Fighter into its commercial service phase. Mystic Fighter is no doubt looking to compete with Nexon’s Dungeon & Fighter, which has seen no competition over the past few years for the…
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Diablo III: Reaper of Souls – Exclusive Scholar class for Korean server
Earlier today, Blizzard Korea announced a new class exclusive to the Korean server, the Scholar. On his journey to the imperial exams, the sagely Scholar came across the unholy land of Sanctuary, and thus decided to help the Nephalem against…
Mabinogi Heroes – Nexon announces 5 new upcoming characters
Also known as Vindictus in the English market, Nexon today revealed 5 of the upcoming characters for Mabinogi Heroes. These are merely just concept art pieces, and no details were given who will be arriving first. All the designs are…
Mystic Fighter – Hyuna unveiled as spokesperson for Open Beta phase
After months of beta test phases and supposed delays, Mystic Fighter will be begin Open Beta in Korea on 3rd April in Korea. Published by CJ E&M (Netmarble), Mystic Fighter is seen as a serious contender to Nexon’s Dungeon &…
Icarus – New combat and mounts video as Open Beta phase gets closer
Powered by CryEngine, Korean developer WeMade Entertainment recently released new game videos for its upcoming MMORPG, Icarus. Said the be the company’s final “big budget” online game while transitioning to mobile games, mounted combat is the main highlight here. …
Soul Worker – New game trailer debuts with new screenshots
While the actual first trailer appeared back in 2011, Soul Worker has since under the knife for some game design changes. Developer Lion Games today revealed a new “debut” trailer for the latest version, along with some new screenshots. Soul…
Tencent – 500 million USD strategic investment in CJ Games announced
China powerhouse Tencent just invested 500 million USD in Korean gaming publisher/ developer, CJ Games. Tencent is now the 3rd biggest shareholder of CJ Games. On a side note, 50% of Tencent’s revenue in 2013 apparently came from gaming operations.…
MapleStory 2 – First 2 playable classes confirmed by developer
Nsquare, the development team formed by both Nexon and NCsoft, confirmed the first 2 classes for MapleStory 2 earlier. As mentioned in my previous post, the classes are indeed from the Warrior category, with them being Knight (rather than Paladin)…
Icarus – CryEngine masterpiece gets ready for Open Beta phase
Announced back in 2009 as NED, WeMade Entertainment’s much-delayed CryEngine masterpiece is finally warming up for the Open Beta phase. Icarus got a new logo design recently, and players can start to select their servers and create characters on 4th…
Wolfknights – Developer reveals stunning character creation video
I am getting a bit dizzy with all these shiny new games. Wolfknights is currently in development by Korean studio IMC Games, and recently revealed a new character creation video. Wolfknights is a massive MOBA-like game, with thousands of players…
Soul Worker – New screenshots for upcoming action game revealed
While developer Lion Games promised new screenshots and a game trailer will arrive next week, it seems the studio decided to reveal the screenhots first. Soul Worker has been pretty quiet for the past couple of years, apparently revamping several…
Wolfknights – New screenshots of detailed character models
Currently in development by IMC Games, the Korean studio behind the upcoming Tree of Savior, new character screenshots for Wolfknights were posted online recently. The game is a massive real-time MOBA-style battlefield, which you can read about here. More screenshots…
Tree of Savior – Focus Group Test ends as game development continues
Tree of Savior recently ended its Focus Group Test over in South Korea, and developer IMC Games posted a photo collage thanking the selected testers. Led by the “father of Ragnarok Online”, Mr Hakkyu Kim, Tree of Savior is seen as…
Soul Worker – New screenshots and game trailer arriving next week
While it has been over 2 years, Korean developer Lion Games said that rumours of Soul Worker’s demise are false. Speaking with Korea’s top gaming website, This Is Game, representatives of Lion Games brought the reporter into its offices for…