First revealed 3 days ago, the first trailer for Mabinogi Heroes’ winter update, Twilight Desert, has gone online. The trailer mainly features Kay’s new weapon, the awesome Cross-Gun, together with some of this new outfits. [easyrotator]erc_96_1355749003[/easyrotator] The theme for…
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ArcheAge – Game client download begins with full cinematic trailer
With ArcheAge Korea finally set for Open Beta on 2nd January 2013, the road to that fated date began earlier today, with the game client now available for download. Perhaps the most anticipated MMORPG in Korea now, developer XLGAMES is…
Closers: Dimension Conflict – New anime action MMO revealed
Yes, another anime MMORPG! Not to be mistaken with Soul Worker or even Project NT, this is Closers: Dimension Conflict, developed by debuting studio, Naddic Games. It is an anime action side-scroller, which can clearly be seen in the 2…
Mabinogi Heroes: Twilight Desert – Kay the Vampire Hunter revealed
While MapleStory, Dungeon & Fighter and Cyphers have all benefited from Nexon Winter Update 2012, things have gone strangely quiet for Mabinogi Heroes. But earlier today, the Nexon revealed the Season 2, Episode 2 update out of the blue, titled…
Aion 4.0 – Official theme song performed by IU
Titled “Aion: Atreia”, this is the official theme song (or sound track) for Aion 4.0, performed by the insanely popular Korean star, IU. The full song can be downloaded here. Aion 4.0 launches on 20th December, with several new…
Lime Odyssey – Closed Beta finally announced
Published by Korean internet giant, Daum Communications, Lime Odyssey will hold its first Closed Beta from 20th December 2012 till 22nd December 2012, with the main priority being checking of server load and stability. 20th December – 15:00 ~ 23:00…
FIFA Online 3 – Gangnam star revealed as spokesperson
PSY has really made it big with Gangnam Style and is apparently endorsing several other products in Korea now. But most of the folks seem to have forgotten about the damsel, Hyuna… An extremely popular singer in Asia both solo…
ArcheAge – Physical marketing begins at Gangnam
After announcing the Open Beta date yesterday for ArcheAge Korea, developer and publisher XLGAMES has moved on to physically marketing the game. The first spotted campaign is at the Gangnam Station of Seoul Subway Line 2, where a mesmerizing 3D…
MapleStory: Unlimited – Demon Avenger preparing to descend
On 20th December, MapleStory Korea will be getting Part 2 of its Winter 2012-2013 update, with the powerful Demon Avenger making his appearance. Similar to all of the newer classes, he will have his own storyline and strong skill combos.…
Black Desert – Native Korean publisher announced
Black Desert has finally confirmed a publisher for its native Korean server. Developer Pearl Abyss, led by veterans of games such as C9, revealed that Daum Communications will be hosting the game, with more game content being revealed come next…
ArcheAge – Open Beta date finally confirmed
Earlier today, developer XLGAMES held an event to reveal more details about the upcoming Open Beta phase for ArcheAge Korea. It has been several months since Closed Beta 5 ended, and players were getting pretty anxious. Open Beta has been…
Disney Interactive – Expanding Asia MMO influence with studio purchase
Disney earlier announced the capture of South Korean games developer, Studio EX, which somewhat surprised the industry. Studio EX has yet to have any matured title, although it has an US office as well. Its most notable title might be…
The King of Fighters Online – Game back on track with 2013 release
After 6 months of silence from Korean developer Dragonfly, it was announced today that The King of Fighters Online will finally be seeing a 2013 release on the company’s re-designed portal. First announced way back in 2009, it is unknown…
Yulgang 2 – Open Beta date for Korean server announced
With the Final Test scheduled later this month, Mgame has decided to confirm Yulgang 2′s Open Beta date, which will be on 10th January 2013. There will also be a Stress Test from 3rd to 6th January, with data not being wiped.…