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NEXON business and news from across the web.- The First Descendant Kicks off Second Anniversary With ‘Descendant Fest 2026,’ World Premiere Trailer and Future RoadmapNEXON has revealed details for The First Descendant's second anniversary celebration, Descendant Fest 2026. The event includes a Season 4 trailer, a roadmap for the second half of 2026 featuring new dungeons, characters like Raven and Ultimate Hailey, and game modes such as 'Colosseum-A'. The celebration also includes in-game events, customization options, and pre-orders for character figures.
- Nexon Developers Conference 26 Opens TodayThe Nexon Developers Conference (NDC) 26 has opened, focusing on Artificial Intelligence in game development. The conference, held by NEXON Korea Corporation, features 51 sessions covering planning, production, and live operations, with a special emphasis on how AI can streamline experimentation and creative processes. The event also includes exhibitions of Nexon IP artwork and game sound production.
- The First Descendant Reveals Details of EVANGELION Collaboration Arriving June 18NEXON has revealed details for an upcoming update to The First Descendant, launching June 18, which includes a collaboration event with the anime series EVANGELION. This event will feature cosmetic items based on EVANGELION pilots and run for six weeks, offering players exclusive rewards for completing in-game missions. The update also includes Descendant Fest 2026, a Bunny balance update, new content like the Axion Plains Dungeon, and a new Ultimate Weapon.
- DEMO AVAILABLE NOW - Embers of the Uncrowned at Steam Next FestNEXON has released a playable demo for their dark fantasy MMORPG, Embers of the Uncrowned, available during Steam Next Fest until June 22. The demo offers a substantial amount of gameplay, including main quests, side quests, and various boss encounters, showcasing the game's isometric combat and multiplayer features.
- PUSH YOUR LIMITS IN DUNGEON FIGHTER ONLINE’S DELEZIE: ACCURSED RAID UPDATE AVAILABLE NOW!Dungeon Fighter Online has released its "Delezie: Accursed" Raid update, introducing a new Accursed Mode to the Delezie Raid with enhanced challenges and exclusive rewards. The update also includes in-game events offering cosmetic items, progression materials, and amplification support for players on PC.
- DIVE INTO SUMMER WITH NEW THEMED MAPLESTORY: IDLE RPG UPDATENEXON's MapleStory: Idle RPG has received a summer-themed update introducing new events, daily missions, beach-inspired mini-games, and rewards. The update also adds a new growth system called "Hero's Journey" and a new guild raid challenge featuring the boss Horntail.
- Blue Archive “EX. Decagrammaton Chapter 3, The Sky of Unity Part 3” Update LiveNEXON's anime-style RPG Blue Archive has received a new update titled "EX. Decagrammaton Chapter 3, The Sky of Unity Part 3". This update introduces a new boss raid, campaign rewards, and other content for players.
- SUDDEN ATTACK ZERO POINT TO HOLD FINAL CLOSED BETA TEST IN JULYNEXON announced that Sudden Attack Zero Point, a remaster of Sudden Attack, will hold its Final Closed Beta Test from July 8th to July 13th. The test will introduce new content including weapons, characters, maps, and game modes, along with a new dedicated server for North American players. The game is a free-to-play tactical FPS for PC, featuring extensive weapon customization and fast-paced combat.
- KARTRIDER RUSH+’S NEW hy COLLABORATION UPDATE WILL KEEP DRIVERS STRONG ON THE TRACK NEXON Korea's mobile racing game KartRider Rush+ has launched a new collaboration update with the probiotics company hy. This update introduces product-themed karts, outfits, and items inspired by hy's popular brands like "Yakult" and "Will." Several in-game events are also available for players to earn exclusive rewards.
- BLUE ARCHIVE’S EX. DECAGRAMMATON CHAPTER 3 UPDATE INTRODUCES NEW EVENT STORY, UNIQUE STUDENTS AND MORENEXON has released the "EX. DECAGRAMMATON CHAPTER 3 UPDATE" for its anime-style RPG Blue Archive on Steam, Android, and iOS. This update introduces new story content, "EX. Decagrammaton Chapter 3, The Sky of Unity Part 2 (Ep. 10)", new unique students Rio (Armed) and Himari (Armed), a collaborative event "Operational Plan: Steel Continent and Allied Operation", and rewards for a 4.5-year anniversary pre-registration campaign.
- MAPLESTORY: IDLE RPG GETS BRAND NEW UPDATE, INCLUDING NEW ‘CHAOS’ DIFFICULTYNEXON's MapleStory: Idle RPG has received a new update introducing 'Chaos' difficulty to three Party Quests, starting with 'First Time Together'. The update also adds an 'Exploration' system for automatic Party Quest progression and three new Legendary Artifacts. The game is available on iOS and Android.
- Blue Archive Participates in Anime Expo 2026 + 4.5th Anniversary BroadcastNEXON announced that the anime-style RPG Blue Archive will participate in Anime Expo 2026 with a dedicated booth and panel. The game also celebrated its 4.5th anniversary with a 'Kivotos Live' broadcast, revealing upcoming updates and future service plans. Executive Project Director Kim Yongha and Deputy Project Director Lee Junho expressed gratitude for player support and promised continued engagement through various online and offline experiences.
- The First Descendant Adds Ultimate Esiemo, Reworks Farming System, and Expands Onslaught Mode on May 21; NewNEXON has detailed upcoming changes for The First Descendant, launching May 21 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The update overhauls the farming system with a new material called Archive Shard, introduces Ultimate Esiemo with new abilities, and fully releases Onslaught Mode with balance adjustments. Additional content includes new firearms, combat activities, and in-game events.
- The First Descendant Introduces Farming Loop Reorganization, Ultimate Esiemo and Official Update for ‘Onslaught Mode’NEXON Korea has announced a significant update for The First Descendant, launching May 21, which includes a reorganized farming loop for more intuitive collection of descendants and weapons. The update also introduces the Ultimate Esiemo equipment set, an official version of 'Onslaught Mode' with various improvements based on beta feedback, and new content such as firearms and combat modes. Additionally, monthly balance updates for characters like 'Valby' and a roadmap for future content are detailed.
- KARTRIDER RUSH+ CELEBRATES SIX YEARS AROUND THE RACETRACK WITH FESTIVE ANNIVERSARY CONTENTKartRider Rush+ is celebrating its 6th anniversary with a major update featuring a new track, karts, rewards, and in-game events. The update includes the "Gold Rush (Castle)" track and new karts like "Saber Gold." Players can participate in various events and community activities on Discord to earn exclusive rewards. The game is available for free on Android and iOS.
- KartRider Rush+ (KRR+) 6th Anniversary Update RevealedNEXON's mobile game KartRider Rush+ is celebrating its 6th anniversary with a new update that includes the "Gold Rush (Castle)" track and "Saber Gold" karts. The update also features community events and login rewards for both new and returning players.
- CELEBRATE THE HALF-ANNIVERSARY EVENT IN MAPLESTORY: IDLE RPG TODAYNEXON and Able Games have launched a large-scale Half-Anniversary Festival event for their mobile idle RPG, MapleStory: Idle RPG. The event includes a 1+1 Burning Event with a Flag Race mini-game, two new Pirate-class jobs (Buccaneer and Corsair), a new Horntail boss raid, and a Star Force Hunting Zone weekly content mode. The festival runs until June 11 and offers various in-game rewards and currency.
- STRUT YOUR STUFF IN BLUE ARCHIVE’S NEW FASHIONABLE UPDATENEXON has released the "An Unconcealed Path - Episode: Fashion Show Security Duty!" update for its anime-style RPG Blue Archive on PC, Steam, Android, and iOS. The update introduces new characters Tsukuyo (Dress) and Michiru (Dress), along with new event story content and recruitment events.
- DEFEAT THE PLAGUE IN DUNGEON FIGHTER ONLINE’S NEW APOSTLE DELEZIE UPDATE!Dungeon Fighter Online has launched its new "Delezie of Plague" Raid update, introducing a challenging endgame raid against the Apostle Delezie, new weapons, upgrades, and character renewals. The update also features several in-game events designed to reward players with exclusive items and cosmetics. Dungeon Fighter Online is available for free on PC via its official webpage, Steam, and the Epic Games Store.
Embers of the Uncrowned Is The Latest Dark Fantasy MMORPG Unleashed From NEXONNEXON has officially revealed Embers of the Uncrowned, a new dark fantasy MMORPG with an isometric perspective. The game features brutal visuals, a hero's journey to reclaim land from elves, and three distinct classes: Spectral Blade, Executioner, and Stormbringer. Embers of the Uncrowned will include MMORPG staples like Domain Bosses and Raids, with a focus on player identity and territory development. It is available to wishlist on Steam, with a demo planned.