MapleStory Universe is designed to be a hub for creativity and community engagement, enriched by blockchain technology and the established MapleStory IP.

MapleStory Universe is set to create a vibrant virtual world ecosystem based on the popular MapleStory IP, which boasts over 250 million registered users globally.

NEXPACE, the developer based in Abu Dhabi, is committed to building a community-driven ecosystem that leverages blockchain technology and NFTs, focusing on transparency and collaboration.

Sunyoung Hwang, Executive Director of NEXPACE, expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming second Pioneer Test, aiming to enhance user experience and ensure system stability before the full game launch.

Completing surveys and quests during the test will unlock exclusive outfits as part of the Pioneer Swag initiative, adding to the game's appeal.

The first Pioneer Test, which ran from late July to early August 2024, involved over 1,000 testers and achieved an impressive 82% retention rate along with 195,046 transactions.

The second Pioneer Test for MapleStory Universe is scheduled to begin on November 20, 2024, lasting for 10 days to optimize ecosystem stability and gather user feedback.

The overall aim of the test is to optimize ecosystem stability and gather valuable user feedback ahead of the official game launch.

Participants in the upcoming test can earn NXPC, the game's utility token, through daily logins, trading NFTs, and completing gameplay achievements.

A special event during the test will allow players to collect letters to secure their desired in-game names, enhancing personalization.

Exclusive in-game events during the test are expected to offer rewards totaling up to 5 million NXPC, further incentivizing player participation.

During the first test, participants logged more than 45,000 hours of gameplay, averaging over six hours per user daily, indicating a high level of engagement with the game.