[Concall] Kakao Games "ArcheAge 2, Targeting 2024 CBT"

Kakao Games has announced the development plan for its key upcoming title aimed at global markets, 'ArcheAge 2.'

On the 8th, during the 2023 Q3 earnings conference call, Cho Gye-hyun, CEO of Kakao Games, stated, "'ArcheAge 2' reflects the unique characteristics of Western markets, which are accustomed to action-packed single-player console games, by moving away from faction-based PvP conflicts."

He explained, "We focused on single action gameplay as the core growth axis, allowing players to enjoy strategic base assaults through refined non-targeting action. We incorporated community elements such as small party and guild-based dungeon raids and trading of goods through commerce. Additionally, we are preparing a campaign mode where players can follow the protagonist and immerse themselves in the story, which integrates guild conflicts disrupting trade and the evolving conflicts among key characters and factions from the original work into a high-quality scenario."

CEO Cho added, "'ArcheAge 2' has been developed from the early stages as a project with console platform expansion in mind, developing for both PC and consoles simultaneously. Currently, we are developing the core combat gameplay and conducting closed tests targeting Western audiences to enhance the game quality. We plan to gradually expand the scope of testing. We are preparing to reveal detailed information and gameplay elements of 'ArcheAge 2' at Gamescom next summer, and we are coordinating the schedule aiming for a closed beta test (CBT) within 2024."

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