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Nexon America business and news from across the web.- MMO sandbox Mabinogi rolls out an epic two-part storyline this month called Ruins in TwilightThe MMO Mabinogi is rolling out a two-part storyline update titled "Ruins in Twilight" throughout June. Part 1, released on June 11th, introduces a mysterious gate in Dunbarton following a Divine Beast attack, and Part 2, arriving on June 25th, will add new characters and continue the narrative. New arcana talents are also planned for July.
Dave the Diver becomes a real boy in this new live-action trailer for the upcoming In the Jungle DLCA new live-action trailer has been released for Dave the Diver's upcoming 'In the Jungle' DLC, launching on June 18. The trailer showcases new gameplay elements including photography, rhythm games, and combat against jungle creatures, alongside land-based activities and relationship building reminiscent of Stardew Valley. The DLC will introduce the new Utara Lake area with mangrove trees and sunken ruins.- Massively OP Podcast Episode 567: One… billion… dollars!The Massively OP Podcast episode 567 covers Star Citizen's crowdfunding milestone, the shutdown of Destiny 2 and Closers Online, a mobile client for Guild Wars, and subscription cost increases for The Lord of the Rings Online. The hosts also discuss upcoming expansions for Dungeons & Dragons Online and Throne and Liberty, and Camelot Unchained entering early access.
Arc Raiders fan plays game on a Nintendo handheld - but not the one you thinkA fan has successfully played the upcoming game Arc Raiders on a modified New Nintendo 3DS XL by streaming it from a PC using Moonlight. While the game is not running natively, the user reported acceptable frame rates, though controls remain a challenge. This feat highlights the capabilities of older Nintendo hardware when combined with modern streaming technology.- Betawatch: AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia launch into testingThis week's Betawatch roundup highlights the upcoming testing phases for AdventureQuest Worlds Infinity and Torebia, both noted for their genuine genre fandom and plucky effort. Other games entering testing include Star Citizen, which has surpassed one billion dollars in crowdfunding, and various MMORPGs like Pantheon Rise of the Fallen and Subnautica 2.
- Nexon’s dark fantasy MMOARPG Embers of the Uncrowned previews classes, systems, and demo content plansNexon's dark fantasy MMOARPG Embers of the Uncrowned has revealed details on its three classes: Executioner, Spectral Blade, and Stormbringer. Previews also showcased early boss Bella, lore entries, companion management, and settlement systems. The upcoming Steam Next Fest demo on June 15th will feature multiplayer, raids, open world events, and PvP arenas, with WASD movement and no gender-locked classes confirmed for launch.
Blue Archive PC Version Now Steam Deck CompatibleNexon has updated the PC version of Blue Archive to be fully compatible with the Steam Deck, as of May 26, 2026. The game, which originally launched on mobile in 2021 and later on Steam, is now playable on the handheld device without issues. A new Steam Startup Movie featuring the mascot character Arona has also been added.- MapleStory Classic World outlines its next development steps, MapleStory Idle RPG adds chaos difficulty questsNexon has outlined future development plans for MapleStory Classic World, focusing on job balance, new content, world expansion to Ossyria, and MacOS support, with one more test planned before full launch. Separately, MapleStory: Idle RPG has received an update introducing chaos difficulty for party quests, along with improvements, new legendary items, and a guild boss battle season.
Embers of the Uncrowned Steam Next Fest Demo Details RevealedNexon has revealed details for the playable demo of its dark fantasy MMORPG, Embers of the Uncrowned, which will be available during Steam Next Fest starting June 15. The demo will feature three playable classes, 12 boss monsters, multiple questlines, and systems for housing, customization, and companions, offering up to 480 minutes of total content.
Blue Archive Heads to Anime Expo 2026 and Reveals 4.5th Anniversary UpdatesNexon announced that the anime-style RPG Blue Archive will be featured at Anime Expo 2026 with a dedicated booth, panel, and livestream. The game is also celebrating its 4.5th anniversary with a Kivotos Live broadcast featuring developers Kim Yongha and Lee Junho, who discussed upcoming updates and future plans.
This indie dev's dungeon crawling 'descent into madness' was inspired by motherly loveIndie developer Christopher Yabsley is creating Heathen, a dark fantasy dungeon crawler inspired by a cherished childhood memory of playing Diablo with his mother. The game will feature first-person combat, randomized loot, and online co-op, with an early access release planned for Steam.- The First Descendant unveils farming tweaks, Ultimate Esiemo, and official Onslaught mode launch May 21Nexon has detailed upcoming changes for the looter shooter The First Descendant, including a "farming loop reorganization" to improve resource acquisition and guidance, especially for players in hard difficulty. The update also introduces an Ultimate version of the character Esiemo with new abilities, balancing for Valby, and new skill modules for Ines. Additionally, the official Onslaught mode will launch with various adjustments to turrets, abilities, missions, and rewards.
ARC Raiders Developer Buffs Underperforming Augments For Future UpdatesEmbark Studios is buffing underperforming augments in ARC Raiders, including significant improvements to the Tactical Mk. 3 (Healing) augment, to bring them in line with popular options. The recent update also introduced a new weapon, the Rascal, and the Nomadic Envoys faction. Nexon reported that ARC Raiders has sold over 16 million copies worldwide, making it the company's most successful new product release.- Massively OP Podcast Episode 566: Rock the Cradle of WarThe Massively OP Podcast episode 566 covers EVE Online's Cradle of War expansion, the beta for EverQuest Legends, and Spirit Crossing's housing system. The hosts also discuss Throne and Liberty's progression, the use of AI in MMOs, and financial reports from companies like NCSoft and Square Enix.
- ARC Raiders, The Finals & MapleStory drove a 118% YoY increase in Nexon's Q1 2026 net incomeNexon reported a 118% year-over-year increase in net income for Q1 2026, driven by strong performance from ARC Raiders, The Finals, and MapleStory. ARC Raiders sold approximately 4.6 million units, while The Finals and MapleStory saw revenue increases of 47% and 42% year-over-year, respectively.
- MapleStory hypes up its Erel Light class with a new trailer and opens public test server for its June 17 patchNexon has released a new trailer hyping the upcoming Erel Light class for their side-scrolling MMO, MapleStory. The Erel Light class is set to headline the first part of the summer patch on June 17th. A public test server will be available for players to test upcoming features from June 4th to June 9th.
- Nexon Q1 2026: ARC Raiders and MapleStory help to bring record high revenueNexon reported a record high first quarter of 2026, with revenue increasing 42% year-over-year to ¥152.2 billion ($945 million). The company attributed this success to strong performance from both the MapleStory franchise and the newly released ARC Raiders, which sold 4.6 million units. Future releases include Mabinogi: Mobile, Vindictus: Defying Fate, and several Dungeon Fighter side games.
Arc Raiders tops 16 million sales and could be heading to ChinaArc Raiders has surpassed 16 million sales worldwide, with publisher Nexon reporting significant playtime and revenue contributions from the extraction shooter. Nexon has also secured an ISBN license for China and plans closed beta tests, indicating a potential expansion into the lucrative market. The company is also restructuring its development efforts, cancelling some projects and reallocating resources to others, including a mobile title being co-developed with Tencent.
Project RX Officially Announced for Consoles, PC, and Mobile - GameHauntProject RX has been officially announced for simultaneous release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, iOS, and Android in 2027. Developed by RX Studio, the game blends life simulation with tactical occult combat, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. This marks a significant shift for publisher Nexon, moving towards a multi-platform launch strategy similar to Genshin Impact.- Business and FinanceGOG has introduced support for Czech Crowns and regional pricing. Additionally, Nexon has extended its publishing partnerships for the FC Franchise in Korea with Electronic Arts and for Dungeon&Fighter with Tencent.