NCSoft Is Apparently Not Implementing Gacha Monetization In Throne And Liberty
A report said that the game won't have loot boxes but rather battle passes and subscriptions.
NCSoft is reportedly making a significant shift away from gacha monetization systems in Throne and Liberty.
According to Korean news site Money Today it's been revealed that instead of relying on probability-based items like loot boxes, the developer plans to monetize the MMORPG through battle passes and subscriptions. This approach allows players to earn desired items by reaching specific milestones during their subscription and battle pass periods, marking a departure from NCSoft's previous monetization strategies.
Apparently the decision was driven by the increasing scrutiny and regulations surrounding gacha mechanics, as well as player dissatisfaction with such practices. In fact, in the recent Throne and Liberty Closed Beta Test, draw items were removed and players were given the opportunity to preview the season pass with cosmetic rewards that have little impact on gameplay. The response from players was overwhelmingly positive.
We’ll see what happens though. The next news will come through a launch showcase on November 2, during which more details will be revealed about the Korean version of the game before its scheduled December release. This showcase will specifically address the adjustments and improvements made based on community feedback regarding combat and progression.
As for us in the West, Amazon Games plans to conduct testing for Throne and Liberty eventually…so hopefully we’ll get some information this week regarding when exactly we can try the game out next.
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