Vindictus: Defying Fate Enters Alpha Testing This June!

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Nexon, known for creating the successful game “The First Berserker: Khazan,” has revealed that a Soulslike game named “Vindictus: Defying Fate,” developed by CAG Studio instead of Neople who made “Khazan,” will begin alpha testing in June. While these two games originate from different studios, they are both published by Nexon and belong to the popular MMO collection from Nexon’s South Korean gaming library.

The latest alpha testing update for “Vindictus: Defying Fate” was accompanied by a short new teaser trailer. Although the trailer is quite brief, it offers a sneak peek into what players can anticipate from the game, revealing glimpses of the setting, characters, and combat system. Similar to Khazan’s background in the MMO “DFO”, this game is set within the universe of Nexon’s hugely popular MMO, “Vindictus”. This implies that enthusiasts of the MMO will encounter numerous familiar characters and landscapes in the forthcoming game.

Vindictus: Defying Fate Dev Log Reveals What’s Coming In The Alpha

New Battle Mechanics, Characters, And More Revealed

Beyond unveiling a fresh teaser trailer, the creators of Vindictus: Defying Fate have also shared a developer’s update on Steam, revealing aspects of the game set to be available during the alpha phase. This log emphasizes the interactive nature of the game’s surroundings, with such features as grappling over obstacles and ziplining into arenas present even on the battlefield.

As a gamer diving deep into this new Soulslike title, I can’t help but scrutinize some of its intriguing battle mechanics. For instance, the timing-based Perfect Guard, or as it was named in Vindictus, Special Action. Then there are the stagger and final strike mechanics, which subtly vary between characters based on their unique combat styles. Interestingly, two familiar faces from the MMO world are set to join this Soulslike adventure: the mighty Karok, a warrior known for his devastating strikes, and the elegant princess Delia, who wields a greatsword with grace and power. Excitingly, we fans will have an opportunity to test these characters out when the alpha goes live in June!

Nexon Is Going Strong With Khazan, Vindictus, And Other Hit Titles

Successfully Making The Leap from MMO To Single-Player Gaming

Veteran gamers might recall Nexon as the creator of the enduring MMO titled MapleStory, which has thrived for 22 years thus far. The company is continuing to develop MapleStory further, with the recent addition of characters from the popular anime series Demon Slayer as playable classes and a spinoff game in production. Other projects by Nexon are also experiencing considerable success, such as the indie-style Dave the Diver, where the latest seasonal DLC includes a partnership with the renowned Yakuza franchise.

Currently, Nexon is venturing into single-player realms with its other MMO games, and this shift has been quite successful. For instance, Ebaster’s review of “The First Berserker: Khazan” by Leo Faierman describes the game as “one of the finest Souls-like games in recent years.” This praise is echoed by many other players and critics, who appreciate its outstanding design. The success of “The Last Berserker: Khazan” bodes well for Nexon’s upcoming Soulslike title, “Vindictus: Defying Fate.

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2025-04-14 17:47