PRESS RELEASES
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The World of Chantra Grows with the Server Consolidation
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WEBZEN.Inc (WWW.WEBZEN.COM) the Next Generation of Free-to-Play Online Games, has announced that there will be a consolidation of Gracia and Zian servers for Medieval MMORPG Archlord.
On January 30th, Archlord’s server consolidation will take place as the result of enduring effort to provide enhanced gaming experience according to players’ constant feedback. Through this combination, further intense battles from players will revitalize the most competitive siege warfare and the final battle to be the absolute ruler of the Chantra.
All characters from Gracia server that have accessed the game after July 1st, 2012 will be transferred to the combined server without any further transfer requests. Regardless of merging, relevant server’s accounts will be able to enjoy both characters from each server. Players are encouraged to check their eligibility of character transfer prior to the consolidation.
To prepare for the fierce battles before the merge, warriors from Gracia and Zian will be supported with free cash items. After the consolidation, the first Archlord and the guild members will be rewarded special unique items. Also, all servers will be provided with various events to celebrate the combination of both servers.
Jihun Lee, Head of Global Publishing, said, "We have decided to merge servers to fulfill user’s enduring requests on consolidation.” He also said, “We are anticipating that the further massive battles from this server consolidation will provide enjoyment for players.”
More information about the MMORPG ‘Archlord’ can be found at the official website (archlord.webzen.com).
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January 10 2013
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WEBZEN.com celebrates Christmas Holiday
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To celebrate Christmas season, WEBZEN Inc. (WWW.WEBZEN.COM), the Next Generation of Free-to-Play Online Games, has prepared various holiday events.
WEBZEN.com has teamed up with partners to give out Special Bonus W-Coins to celebrate Christmas. Users who purchase from Game Sultan, Cherry Credits, E-Prepag and Moneybookers will be provided up to 20% extra bonus from December 20th till December 27th.
Arctic Combat
Tactical FPS ‘Arctic Combat’, which has recently launched via WEBZEN.com, will provide special Christmas edition firearms into the heated battle-field. These unique firearms will be offered to the veterans randomly after each match. Also, the arctic territory will be boosted with extra 50% EXP and 20% game points on Christmas day.
Continent of the Ninth Seal
Unrivaled Action RPG ‘C9’ has introduced a new event monster ‘Santa Girl’ which will randomly appear in the dungeon, and drop random gift boxes to the players. Also, during the holiday season, limited Christmas edition gear packages will go on sale with a discounted price.
MU Online
The pioneer of 3D MMORPG ‘MU online’ has revealed Santa Village where players can receive Free Christmas gifts and extra 200% EXP bonus. To enter the Santa Village, players will need special tickets, which can be obtained from hunting the Christmas monsters. Also, top 10 rankers of Christmas Ranking event will be rewarded with exquisite items that are worth challenging.
Archlord
Medieval MMORPG ‘Archlord’ is providing Christmas themed rewards to the players who collect stolen ‘Santa Bell’ from the greedy monsters around the world of Chantra. Additionally, four different boost events will support players during the holiday season.
Jihun Lee, Head of Global Publishing, said, “To show appreciation to our users’ enduring support, we have prepared various holiday events.” He also said, “We wish that our users will be able to experience the Christmas excitement in our game titles.”
More detailed information about the events and games of Webzen.com can be found at the official website (WWW.WEBZEN.COM).
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December 26 2012
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‘The Awakening’, Second Major Expansion of ‘C9’
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WEBZEN Inc. (WWW.WEBZEN.COM), the Next Generation of Free-to-Play Online Games, announced the second expansion of Continent of the Ninth Seal ‘The Awakening’.
On December 27th, the new continent ‘Sarad – The Blooming Desert’ will be unveiled. Players will face the challenge in the blooming desert against ‘Molleck - the King of Necros’ to break the seal of ‘Bradiel - the Fire God’. Also, the character’s level cap will be increased from 57 to 63. Furthermore, new contents of ‘Skill Book’ system will be updated to enhance players’ characters further.
Additionally, highly anticipated Witchblade’s 3rd advanced class ‘Bladedancer – The Blossom of The Desert Flower’ will be released. She uses deadly dual blade to make the splendid swiftest attack moves and gracefully glides around the enemies.
Meanwhile, to celebrate the new expansion ‘The Awakening’, C9 will be hosting various events for players. For the returning players, 5th Continent’s exclusive unique items ‘Black Santa Gear’ and ‘Action Skill Book’ will be rewarded. The active players will be given the newly updated ‘Legend’ as well. Moreover, new C9 players who play ‘Bladedancer’ will be rewarded with unique items.
Jihun Lee, Head of Global Publishing, said, “We have contributed effort to offer new challenges for the players with the new expansion.” He also said, “We hope players gain as much pleasure from the various events that we have prepared together with the updates.”
More information about the Action RPG ‘C9’ can be found at the official Facebook community (www.facebook.com/C9Webzen) and website (c9.webzen.com).
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December 26 2012
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Arctic Combat WWIII Outbreaks for Official Launch
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December 13, 2012 - WEBZEN Inc. (WWW.WEBZEN.COM), the Next Generation of Free-to-Play Online Games, announced the start of the official launch for the multiplayer online tactical FPS game, ‘ARCTIC COMBAT’.
On December 13th, Arctic Combat will officially launch for both Europe and North America. With the launch, WEBZEN has added new content to the game, including a new Rocket Only sub-mode, where the only weapon allowed is a Rocket Launcher, and a new map, “Big Bang,” which is available exclusively for this new mode. Arctic Combat Veterans now have additional new equipment to customize their weapons, by modifying them with desert paint and Eotech holographic scopes.
Additionally, for competitive Veterans League WEBZEN is starting the first rounds of the 2nd World Championship – a global tournament that will pit clan vs. clan, then country vs. country, culminating in an epic battle between the very best from North America against Europe’s finest Veterans. Applications for the tournament will start in December, and the qualifying round is scheduled to begin early in January 2013. Participation details can be soon found at the official AC website (ac.webzen.com).
"We want to thank our community for this great support during the open beta as we are excited to officially launch the game", says Jihun Lee, Head of Global Publishing. “For the competitive community, we look forward to delivering news about a series of eSports tournaments featuring Arctic Combat.”
More information on the modern military FPS game ‘ARCTIC COMBAT’ can be found on the official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ArcticCombat) and website (ac.webzen.com).
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December 13 2012
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Arctic Combat Open Beta and Steam Launch Announced
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December 4, 2012 - WEBZEN Inc. (WWW.WEBZEN.COM), the Next Generation of Free-to-Play Online Games, announced the start of the open beta and launch through Steam for the online tactical FPS game, ‘ARCTIC COMBAT’.
On December 6th, World War III begins. Arctic Combat pits the U.S.-led Allied Forces against the Russian-backed Star Alliance in a dispute over natural resources that starts in the arctic territory and spills over into battlefields across the globe. With the Open Beta, WEBZEN adds 2 new maps Silo and Quarter Blow and weapons, along with the brand new game mode Annihilation.
Arctic Combat will also be available on Steam starting December 7th. To celebrate the release, WEBZEN will be offering two item packs offered exclusively through Steam: the Steam Starter Pack and the Steam Ultimate Pack, both of which include a range of weapons and items. This will be WEBZEN’s second game on the platform, following the successful launch of its action-based fantasy MMORPG Continent of the Ninth Seal in September.
"We are very excited about the official Open Beta and the launch on Steam", says Jihun Lee, Head of Global Publishing. “We’re pleased to open up the game for NA/EU players, and we look forward to delivering news about a series of eSports tournaments featuring Arctic Combat.”
Set amidst the chaos of World War III, Arctic Combat is a multiplayer online first-person shooter (MOFPS) featuring a realistic gameplay experience and a tactical skill development system. From the intricate character movements and intense gore effects to the highly customizable skills and gear, Arctic Combat has enough depth to satisfy the competitive gamer, while still being accessible to a casual player looking for some quick action. The game also features a refined A.I. system for players to sharpen their skills in bot-based battles and to earn additional rewards through various missions.
More information on the modern military FPS game ‘ARCTIC COMBAT’ can be found on the official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ArcticCombat) and website (ac.webzen.com).
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December 13 2012
