Exciting news for fans of the MapleStory franchise: the latest addition, MapleStory Worlds, is now soft-launching in the Americas and Europe, available on both mobile and PC! Following its initial release in late 2024, this new installment brings the beloved universe to your fingertips, wherever you are.
Imagine it as Roblox meets MapleStory. With MapleStory Worlds, you have the power to craft your own side-scrolling adventures using a suite of basic and advanced tools. Whether you're dreaming of classic MapleStory-style RPGs, thrilling shooters, or just looking to socialize with friends in a new setting, the possibilities are endless.
One of the standout features of MapleStory Worlds is its cross-platform compatibility, allowing seamless play between mobile and PC. Nexon has emphasized the potential for monetizing these user-generated experiences, but for many, the real draw will be the ability to recreate and reimagine classic MapleStory moments with enhanced tools at your disposal.
While I'm personally intrigued by MapleStory Worlds, I remain cautiously optimistic. The franchise's signature crunchy pixel art is undeniably appealing, yet the community's response has been somewhat reserved. Nevertheless, MapleStory Worlds opens up a playground of diverse experiences, from platformers to zombie survival games. It might just find its niche as a standalone platform.
As we watch how MapleStory Worlds unfolds during its soft launch and eventual full release, the potential for creating and exploring new worlds within the MapleStory universe is certainly thrilling. In the meantime, if you're on the hunt for more top mobile game releases, check out our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week, featuring the best launches from the past seven days.
