War of Dragnorox talks UE5 upgrade, monetization and “dangerous” and “highly intellectual” battles

We already reported on this in December 2021 War of Dragnoroxan evolving sandbox MMORPG from Triune Studios that tipped its hat to “dynamic warfare” and events that GMs would launch in-game, while also leaning on “hardcore” genre mechanics like funeral runs, death penalties, and a focus to Group and Guild content.

We decided to turn around and check in WOD’s Development characterized by regular monthly update posts. Highlights of these updates include a full class roster, including the forest-powered Chloromancer, an upgrade to Unreal Engine 5, “thousands of item creation,” and a new combat system that bills itself as “dangerous” and “highly intellectual,” featuring the requirement for strong keyboard and mouse skills and fights that are “long, complicated, fast-paced and very rewarding”.

The game’s FAQ page is also full of new information, which confirms this WOD will have a boxed price and subscription, while crowing about the fact that it’s 100% privately funded, noting that it’ll launch with 19 endgame raids because “you muffins about 15 minutes after launch that will reach maximum levels.”

Referring to this month’s update post, he hints at an upcoming eight-part video series that will outline much of the game’s mechanics, complete with gameplay demos, looks at the world, and an overview of the GM role and how it relates to what’s promised gameplay affects . These video previews are scheduled to go live in the next three to four months.

The game’s next step in terms of testing has yet to be determined, as testing still involves smaller private groups. That said, the developers promise they’ll push hard to a point WOD can open its doors to a broader test audience. In the meantime, below we have UE5 footage and a prototype video of the Chloromancer’s mushroom-wielding skill tree.

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