ChainCatcher news, the blockchain game ecosystem MapleStory Universe announced on X that the first pioneer test of "MapleStory N" is now open for tester registration.The registration period is from July 1, 5:00 ~ July 7, 4:59 (UTC). The announcement of nominated testers will be released on July 18, and the pioneer testing period will be from July 24 to August 2.

ChainCatcher news, South Korean game publisher Nexon's core IP "MapleStory" is launching on Avalanche, with the Web3-supported MapleStory Universe game being named MapleStory N. This version will offer new possibilities for user-generated content, and players will also be able to earn rewards.It is reported that MapleStory Universe will be supported by an Avalanche subnet specifically customized for its ecosystem. The goal of MapleStory Universe is to launch the PC MMORPG MapleStory N on Avalanche by the end of 2024.

ChainCatcher news, nftgators reports that game developer Nexon has announced the launch of a $100 million Web3 fund to support its blockchain gaming ecosystem MapleStory Universe and related IP. This funding will be used to support developers in building SDKs and to create a sandbox platform for players and creators to develop blockchain games.

ChainCatcher message, from the South Korean game developer Nexon, states that the blockchain version of MapleStory, MapleStory Universe, will still be an MMORPG and will feature an NFT-based ecosystem where users can earn NFTs by playing the game. The issuance of NFTs will be limited and can be traded among users.Nexon also announced the release of an SDK, allowing developers to create new games through a sandbox for scalability. Additionally, the game will issue blockchain-based tokens. (source link)

ChainCatcher news, South Korea's largest game developer Nexon has announced the launch of the NFT game MapleStory Universe on Polygon. The game's head, Hwang Sun-young, stated that they will work closely with the team at Polygon Labs to develop and market the game and build an NFT ecosystem based on it.It is reported that MapleStory first debuted in South Korea in 2003 and has since been released in several other countries around the world. In the game, players create their own characters and embark on quests, battling monsters and interacting with other players in a virtual world. The game features a variety of different professions to choose from, each with its own unique skills. (Source link)