Mark Your Calendars: Dark and Darker Mobile Launches in the U.S. on February 4!

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Summary

  • Developer Krafton has expanded the Dark and Darker Mobile soft launch to the U.S. on February 4, driven by players’ excitement.
  • The global release of Dark and Darker Mobile is scheduled for the first half of 2025.

On February 4, both Canada and the United States will get access to the fantasy dungeon-crawling battle royale game “Dark and Darker Mobile,” as announced by Krafton and Bluehole Studio. The significant interest from American gamers for the mobile version of “Dark and Darker” has led Krafton to extend the soft launch reach, making it available in more regions.

In multiple gaming categories, the mobile title “Dark and Darker Mobile” blends PvPvE, dungeon exploration, shrinking map battle royale, and extraction mechanics. Players scavenge loot from chests while fighting monsters, creatures, and rivals to stay alive. Originally a port of Ironmace’s dark fantasy RPG “Dark and Darker“, it is now scheduled for release on both Android and iOS devices. The initial plan was to debut in Canada, but the developer has opted to broaden its reach instead.

In response to the strong interest among Americans for the pre-release version, the mobile game Dark and Darker Mobile is now set for release in the United States as well, alongside its initial launch on February 4 in Canada. Joonseok Ahn, executive producer at Bluehole Studio, shared his excitement about expanding the Dark and Darker Mobile rollout beyond Canada’s borders. Ahn stated that the studio chose to accelerate the launch and merge it with the Canadian release because of the high level of anticipation among American gamers for the game.

Dark and Darker Mobile Soft Launch Date for U.S. and Canada

  • February 4

The game was developed with some input from fans, who were given a chance to test it during the beta phase of “Dark and Darker Mobile”. The interest in playing the game was so strong that the developers had to expand their server capacity to accommodate more players. This approach remains central to the game, with the studio eagerly seeking further feedback as they prepare for the global launch of the game, as stated by Joonseok Ahn.

Initially, Krafton planned to release Dark and Darker Mobile worldwide in 2024, but that didn’t happen. Although an exact date hasn’t been set yet, the developer has revealed that the global launch is now scheduled for the first half of 2025. As the studio continues to work on addressing player feedback and concerns, fans will need to be patient in order to enjoy a satisfying gaming experience.

Among the primary issues discussed by players following the testing of ‘Dark and Darker Mobile’ was the apprehension about its monetization strategy. Some feared that if not carefully managed, such practices could negatively impact the battle royale and extraction elements, potentially transforming it into a game where paying more equates to winning. Despite these concerns, it appears the developer is determined to take player feedback seriously as they prepare for a soft launch on February 4 in Canada and the United States.

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2025-01-29 18:45