Kakao Games has officially announced the development direction and content details for its upcoming online action RPG, ‘Archie Age Chronicle,’ through a newly released developer letter.Developed by its subsidiary XL Games, the title aims to build upon the beloved ‘Archie Age’ universe while charting a new course with an independent viewpoint and genre evolution.

yong-jin Ham, the lead developer for ‘Archie Age chronicle,’ stated that the game will inherit the established worldview of the original ‘Archie Age’ but will expand its narrative substantially. Set approximately 50 years after the original storyline, ‘Archie Age Chronicle’ will focus on pioneers and adventurers establishing settlements on the original continent. This contrasts with the mobile-focused ‘archie Age War,’ which explored inter-racial conflicts following the continent’s destruction.

Designed for PC and console platforms, ‘Archie Age Chronicle’ will feature a dynamic action-based combat system and a vast, explorable open world, promising a free and immersive gameplay experience. The combat system is being meticulously crafted to incorporate precise controls and strategic timing, building on the strengths of previous titles. Players can expect combo-driven mechanics, real-time evasion, and skill-swapping to facilitate strategic play.

Boss encounters are being designed for smaller groups or solo players, emphasizing intricate mechanics and cooperative challenges rather than massive raid scenarios. This approach aims to foster a more personal and engaging experience as players work together to overcome formidable adversaries.

The narrative progression is intrinsically linked to exploration, with bosses and challenges potentially appearing in unexpected locations. Drawing inspiration from renowned open-world RPGs, the developers are focused on delivering high immersion and the engaging single-player feel within an online RPG environment.

Beloved life-content features from the original game, including crafting and housing, are returning in enhanced forms. Players will have extensive freedom to customize their homes and living spaces, fostering vibrant communities through features like NPC roommates and interactive furniture. A new channel system will also allow players to share and visit each other’s homes within designated residential areas.

The production system is set to play a crucial role in character progression, closely integrated with the in-game economy, much like in the original title.

“We aim to make users fall in love with the new continent by providing high-quality action battles, immersive open worlds, and interesting multiplayer experiences,” saeid Ham Yong-jin, General Manager. “We will do our best to create a game that meets the expectations of our users.”