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Rated Steam MMO In Development For 10 Years Shocks World With Free Release
polygon.com • • technology
Key Points:
- Soul's Remnant, a 2D pixel art platformer MMORPG emphasizing exploration and socialization, has been developed largely solo over eight years by indie developer Chaosmoon and their partner.
- The game features a classless skill system, randomized dungeons, bosses, guilds, player housing, and player-run shops, drawing comparisons to MapleStory but without pay-to-win monetization.
- Released for free on Steam with a cosmetics shop and Patreon support, Soul's Remnant has quickly gained nearly 3,000 concurrent players and received very positive reviews praising its content, soundtrack, and developer dedication.
- Despite being in Early Access, the game already offers extensive MMO content and a cryptic narrative style reminiscent of FromSoftware titles, with plans for community-driven updates moving forward.
- The developers prioritize fair monetization, server scalability, and close community engagement, aiming to sustain the game without exploiting players or compromising the experience.
