MapleStory Universe Goes Web3: Nexon Teams Up with Polygon Blockchain

Nexon's popular 2D role-playing franchise, MapleStory, has announced a new partnership with the Polygon blockchain. The collaboration aims to expand the MapleStory Universe ecosystem through the integration of NFTs and Web3 technologies.

MapleStory is one of the most iconic role-playing games, generating over $4 billion in revenue and boasting over 260 million players worldwide. With the new partnership, MapleStory fans can expect a new level of engagement and interaction through the use of NFTs and the Polygon blockchain.

The partnership between Nexon and Polygon will involve the creation of a dedicated, application-specific Polygon Supernet responsible for the upcoming Web3 MapleStory Universe release. While the game's release date is yet to be confirmed, it is expected to be a role-playing game centered around NFTs.

The NFTs will give players the ability to own and trade unique in-game assets, including items, characters, and skins, through a dedicated marketplace. This means that players will be able to monetize their gaming experience, with the potential to earn real money by selling their NFTs. However, developers have stated that there will be no NFT pre-sales thereby not completely focusing their game on microtransactions.

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The Polygon blockchain is home to many top NFT games, including Oath of Peak, Blast Royale, and Shatterpoint. The partnership with Polygon will enable Nexon to leverage the blockchain's proven technology and expertise in the NFT space, providing players with a seamless and secure experience.

Nexon is one of the largest game publishers across Asia, with the majority of its revenue derived from South Korea. The company's foray into NFT gaming marks a significant milestone in its expansion into the global gaming market, bringing its wealth of experience into the industry.

Final Thoughts

The partnership between Nexon and Polygon represents a significant milestone in the gaming industry's evolution, signaling the increasing adoption of blockchain technology and NFTs. 

MapleStory is one of the internet’s iconic early 2000s games so players can expect numerous fans to come to try out its web3 edition. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to experience the MapleStory Universe like never before.