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NCSoft has leaked an upcoming Horizon MMO called Steel Frontiers, which will be available on PC and mobile, featuring multiplayer gameplay where players hunt machines and interact with others in a shared world, but no release date has been announced yet.
Sony and NCSoft are developing a new free-to-play Horizon MMO called Horizon Steel Frontiers, set in a post-apocalyptic universe, focusing on battling giant mechanical beasts with multiplayer cooperation and competition, available on PC, iOS, and Android, with no official release date yet.
NCSOFT has announced that its upcoming open-world MMO tactical shooter, previously known as Project LLL, will be officially titled CINDER CITY. The game features dynamic graphics on Unreal Engine 5, a seamless open world set in a devastated futuristic Seoul, and realistic combat mechanics. Official online presence has been launched, including a website and social media accounts.
NCSoft has confirmed that Guild Wars 3 is in development, with the news coming from a shareholder meeting where the publisher's co-CEO casually mentioned the game's development without providing further details. The announcement has sparked mixed reactions from the community, with concerns about the future of Guild Wars 2 and the uncertainties of live service games. While whispers of a Guild Wars 3 have been circulating for a few years, the release of the new game seems far off, with two more expansions for Guild Wars 2 set to launch in the coming years.
Rumors of Guild Wars 3 development have resurfaced, with reports suggesting that NCSoft is pushing ahead with the game to strengthen its foothold in the North American market. While previous rumors have hinted at ongoing development, ArenaNet has stated that its current focus remains on Guild Wars 2 and its upcoming expansion. The company's response neither confirms nor denies the existence of Guild Wars 3, leaving fans eager for more information.
NCSoft has officially licensed the fan-run private server "Homecoming" to host the MMORPG City of Heroes, which was originally shut down in 2012. The Homecoming team will continue to develop new content and maintain the game, which will remain free and funded by donations. While the development will be closed-source, the agreement allows the game to be revived with the original developer's blessing, although NCSoft retains the right to shut down the server at any time.
The fan server "Homecoming" for the superhero MMORPG City of Heroes has been officially licensed by the game's original publisher, NCSoft. This licensing deal comes after the game was shut down in 2012 and kept alive by fans. The Homecoming server will continue to be free, supported by donations, and will keep player accounts and characters intact while promising new content in the future.
The fan-revived MMORPG City of Heroes, which was shut down in 2012 but kept alive through private servers, has been officially licensed by the original developers, NCSoft, to continue operations. The Homecoming server, a popular private server for the game, has been granted permission to operate and further develop the game, ensuring that player accounts and characters remain intact. This move is a rare example of a gaming company allowing fans to legally preserve and continue playing a discontinued game, highlighting a potential path for game preservation in the future.
The fan-run City of Heroes server, Homecoming, has received an official license from NCSoft, ensuring the safety of player accounts and the continuation of new content development. Built from the original game code, Homecoming has revived the beloved superhero MMORPG with updates and improvements, operating on donations. The licensing agreement marks a significant moment for fans, removing the fear of a shutdown and allowing the game to thrive once again.
A new job listing and additional details shared by video game researcher Kurakasis suggest that an MMORPG based on Guerrilla's Horizon franchise, codenamed Project Skyline, is in development. The game, potentially titled "Land of Salvation," is being developed by NCSoft, with no mention of a PS5 release but indications of PC and mobile platforms. The project, which started around 2021, is expected to launch after Aion 2, anticipated for 2024/2025. This news follows a strategic partnership between Sony and NCSoft, hinting at collaboration beyond console gaming and into mobile markets.
Sony has announced a strategic partnership with South Korean publisher NCSOFT, with a focus on collaborating in various global business fields, including mobile gaming. The deal aims to leverage NCSOFT's technological prowess and Sony's global leadership in the entertainment field to create high-quality entertainment experiences for a wider audience. This partnership suggests the development of a Horizon MMO for smartphones, a project that was previously rumored.
NCSoft showcased new trailers for their upcoming games Project M and LLL at G-Star 2023, revealing new features and environments. Project M is a narrative thriller with a dilapidated theme park setting, offering a mix of quicktime events, stealth, and action combat. LLL is a sci-fi MMO set in an alternate history, featuring combat from vehicles, jetpacks, and special abilities. NCSoft aims for a 2024 release for LLL and has a real-time strategy game, Project G, in development.
NCSOFT has released the G-Star 2023 trailer and screenshots for Project M, an upcoming action adventure game for console and PC. More details about the game's progress will be shared during an interview on November 17.
Amazon Games and NCSoft are offering a technical test for their upcoming free-to-play MMO, Throne and Liberty, allowing players to participate in large-scale battles, explore dungeons, and engage in guild battles. The test will run from September 19 to October 3, with crossplay between PC and console. Feedback from the test will be used to improve the game, which is set for a global release in 2024. Interested players can sign up on the website, but must adhere to a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
NCSoft's Project M, their "most ambitious project to date," was showcased at GDC with a three-minute trailer and new details involving AI tools and Unreal Engine 5. The game's concept is based on the idea of a world comprised of informational particles, and in-game choices will be able to reshape the world. The digital version of NCSoft's Chief Creative Officer was developed using AI-based facial animation tech and text to speech synthesis. More information on the game is expected to be revealed in the future.