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After shaking off Nexon’s copyright infringement accusations, Dark and Darker survives the Korean legal system and will continue developmentThe Supreme Court of South Korea has rejected Nexon's copyright infringement allegations against Ironmace, allowing Dark and Darker to continue development. While Ironmace was ordered to pay 5.7 billion Korean Won for trade secret violations, this was a reduction from a previous ruling, and they received a partial refund. A criminal case between the two parties is still ongoing.
Dark And Darker Can "Move Ahead With Full Legal Certainty" After Court RulingDeveloper Ironmace can proceed with Dark and Darker development with legal certainty following a South Korean Supreme Court ruling that upheld a lower court's decision in a copyright dispute with Nexon. While the court found Ironmace infringed on trade secrets, it was not guilty of copyright infringement, and the developer's appeals were dismissed. This ruling ends the legal battle, allowing the game to continue its online service without threat of suspension.
Dark and Darker Dev Must Pay Nexon $4.3 Million After Korea Supreme Court Ruling | HappyGamerSouth Korea's Supreme Court has ruled that IronMace, the developer of Dark and Darker, must pay Nexon approximately $4.3 million for trade secret infringement. While the court rejected Nexon's copyright infringement claims, the ruling on trade secrets stems from allegations that former Nexon employees took confidential information when forming IronMace. This verdict concludes a lengthy legal battle and sets a precedent for intellectual property disputes in the gaming industry.- Blue Archive Gets “An Unconcealed Path - Episode: Fashion Show Security Duty!” Update With New Dress UnitsBlue Archive has launched its "An Unconcealed Path – Episode: Fashion Show Security Duty!" update, introducing a limited-time event story and new "Dress" units, Tsukuyo and Michiru. The update, available on Android, iOS, and PC via Steam, features event chapters for rewards and limited pick-up banners for the new students. Several parallel events are also running, including "My Office" task challenges and the "Recollection Recruitment" event.
"We've heard a clear frustration": Arc Raiders update adds a beach holiday map while patching the gun balance to ensure "all players are challenged by weapon attrition"The Riven Tides update for the extraction shooter Arc Raiders introduces a new coastal map with various attractions, including a slide and a beachcombing activity. The update also addresses player frustration with weapon durability by rebalancing weapon attrition, repair mechanics, and spawn rates to ensure a more consistent challenge for all players.- MMO Week in Review: Evercold, Aion 2, and EQ LegendsThis week in the MMORPG genre saw the reveal of Final Fantasy XIV's 'Evercold' expansion for January 2027, alongside confirmations for Aion 2's global launch this year. Several other titles like Embers of the Uncrowned, RF Online Next, Palia, EverQuest Legends, and Loftia also had significant updates or beta launches.
Nexon Announces New MMORPG, Embers Of The Uncrowned | Console CreaturesNexon has revealed Embers Of The Uncrowned, an upcoming isometric MMORPG with a dark fantasy setting. The game features tactical combat, companion recruitment, and co-op battles against powerful bosses. A demo will be available during Steam Next Fest from June 15 to 22, though a full release date has not yet been announced.- Nexon’s Embers of the Uncrowned is a dark fantasy MMOARPG set in a continent ravaged by invadersNexon has announced Embers of the Uncrowned, a dark fantasy MMOARPG featuring isometric combat and a story centered on elven invaders. Players will choose from three classes and engage in boss fights and raids, with a playable demo planned for Steam Next Fest in June. The game's development utilizes AI tools for various aspects, including visual content and localization.
Dark and Darker Season 9 Revamps Rogues, Rangers, and MoreIronmace has announced that Dark and Darker Season 9 will launch on April 28th, introducing new abilities and perks for Rogues and Rangers, alongside a rework of the Forgotten Castle environment. The Squire to Riches game mode has been transformed into a battle royale experience, with quality-of-life upgrades like a ping system and Party Finder also being implemented. The game is currently available in Early Access on PC via Steam.
Dark Fantasy MMO Embers of the Uncrowned RevealedNexon has revealed Embers of the Uncrowned, a new isometric dark fantasy MMORPG featuring fast-paced combat and a story about rebuilding a devastated noble house. Players will recruit companions and master classes like the Spectral Blade, Executioner, and Stormbringer. The game is available to wishlist on Steam.- The Rolodex Princess Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of HonorCosplay artist The Rolodex Princess has been announced as a Guest of Honor for Fire & Ice RGX 2026, an event taking place June 20-21 in Roseville, CA. The artist, who has created over 200 costumes in five years, will be interacting with attendees and handing out merchandise. The article also mentions various game releases and updates, including Reptilian Rising, Goddess of Victory: NIKKE, Bubsy 4D, Monsters are Coming!, and The Blood of Dawnwalker.
- MapleStory Global Creator Challenge RevealedNexon America has announced the MapleStory Global Creator Challenge, offering participants the chance to win up to $65,000 by creating unique game experiences within MapleStory Worlds. Submissions open on May 28 and close on October 7, with winners announced in early December. Senior Producer Dennis Bernardo highlighted the challenge as a way to support aspiring developers.
- MapleStory celebrates its 21st birthday with a new Maple University eventMapleStory is celebrating its 21st anniversary with a new in-game event called Maple University. Players can attend classes, master skills, and earn rewards on a special campus until June 16th. The event offers daily login bonuses and a progression track through general education, a major, and an internship.
Embers of the Uncrowned Announced, Wishlist Now Live on SteamNexon has announced Embers of the Uncrowned, a new dark fantasy MMORPG for PC, which is now available to wishlist on Steam. The game features tactical combat, multiple character classes, settlement building, and cooperative multiplayer elements. A cinematic trailer was released, showcasing the game's violent fantasy setting and tone.
MapleStory Kicks Off Its 21st Anniversary CelebrationNexon America has launched MapleStory's 21st anniversary event, featuring a new campus-themed festival called Maple University. This limited-time event offers players progression systems, daily activities, EXP boosts, and anniversary rewards through various school-themed challenges and mini-games.- Nexon announces isometric dark fantasy MMORPG Embers of the Uncrowned for PCNexon has announced Embers of the Uncrowned, a new isometric dark fantasy MMORPG set to launch on PC. Further details regarding gameplay and release date are expected in the future.
- Dark Fantasy MMORPG 'Embers of the Uncrowned' Announced From The First Descendant Developer, Focused onNexon has announced Embers of the Uncrowned, a new dark fantasy MMORPG for PC. Players will assume the role of the last heir of House Harborwell, aiming to reclaim territory and rebuild influence against an elven invasion and corrupted creatures. The game features three distinct classes with skill trees, group content like raids, and a progression system tied to expanding house control and settlements.
- ARC GAMES ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP TEAM UPDATES TO SUPPORT CONTINUED GROWTH AS AN INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERArc Games, an independent publisher of AA and indie titles, has announced several key leadership updates to support its continued growth. Michael Borras joins as VP of Business Development, while Jason Park, Zheng Zeng, and Jooyoung Chung take on expanded roles as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Technical Officer, and VP of Live Services, respectively. These changes aim to strengthen operational capabilities, expand global partnerships, and support the company's diverse publishing portfolio.
StarCraft Shooter’s Art-Style is Closer to StarCraft 2 Cinematics Than Overwatch – RumorRumors suggest Blizzard Entertainment is developing a StarCraft shooter with an art style closer to StarCraft 2's cinematics than Overwatch 2. Industry veteran Drew Murray is reportedly involved, and footage seen by Jez Corden indicates a realistic graphic style. The game may be in early development, potentially with South Korean developer Nexon.- Mabinogi adjusts how many times you can loot some of its dungeonsNexon has adjusted the loot rewards for Mabinogi's Crom Bás and Glenn Bearna dungeons, consolidating clear rewards between Basic and Normal difficulties to prevent excessive gold acquisition and potential negative impacts on the in-game economy. The April update also added more loot to the Alby Shineseeker dungeon and included various bug fixes and adjustments to skills and summons.