MARVEL Future Struggle Interview: Netmarble’s Terry Lee discusses the motion RPG’s 10 yr anniversary occasion and future plans Players Area

In a day and age the place many in style video games stop operations for generally trivial and infrequently instances incredulous causes, it’s reassuring to see a recreation like MARVEL Future Struggle rejoice its tenth anniversary; much more so on condition that, as an solely cell title, it’s working in a panorama the place longevity is seemingly an afterthought for a lot of publishers.

Within the 10 years since its launch, Netmarble has made a behavior of frequently bettering its superhero RPG with new fan favorite characters, recreation modes, and particular themed occasions, like the latest Thunderbolts replace. And this month, to rejoice its milestone achievement, gamers are being handled to a number of anniversary rewards and bonuses.

We had the latest success to debate with Netmarble Enterprise Division Director, Terry Lee, about MARVEL Future Struggle’s anniversary festivities, in addition to what the long run holds for the beloved RPG.

Allow us to begin by asking the way it feels to see MARVEL Future Struggle rejoice its tenth anniversary?

It’s uncommon for a cell recreation to run globally for over a decade. I’m extremely pleased with the MARVEL Future Struggle workforce for reaching this milestone. Most of all, I wish to sincerely thank all of the gamers for his or her unwavering assist and love over time.

Wherein international locations has it been particularly in style?

MARVEL Future Struggle is performed in over 170 international locations, with the USA and South Korea being the highest two. Gamers from throughout Asia, the Americas, and Europe additionally proceed to benefit from the recreation.

What has been the driving power behind the sport’s 10-year run?

The important thing to our longevity is minimizing the hole between what followers emotionally count on from the MARVEL Universe and the way that’s mirrored within the recreation. Constant, significant updates over time have additionally been essential to sustaining long-term success.

What number of heroes and uniforms have been launched to this point? Which of them are hottest?

As of the replace impressed by MARVEL Studios’ Thunderbolts*, the sport options 274 heroes and 528 uniforms. The most well-liked uniform to this point is Luna Snow’s “Summer time Lilac,” launched in August 2023. Luna Snow is without doubt one of the recreation’s most iconic heroes, and this explicit summer-themed uniform captivated gamers with its distinctive coloration and powerful efficiency.

Luna Snow is certainly iconic. How was she created?

Luna Snow originated from a collaboration with MARVEL, who proposed creating an unique character for MARVEL Future Struggle. Since our workforce is predicated in Korea, the concept of a Korean hero got here naturally. MARVEL additionally wished a contemporary character background, which led to Luna Snow being created as a Ok-pop idol and singer. She’s now absolutely built-in into the MARVEL Universe and has acquired extra love than we initially imagined.

Are there plans for a significant overhaul or remaster of the sport?

Fairly than a large-scale overhaul like a full remaster, we’re specializing in including new modes and bettering person comfort. One main replace presently in growth is a brand new Epic Quest, which we goal to launch within the second half of this yr.

What’s being completed for the tenth anniversary to assist new and returning gamers?

We’re providing main rewards, together with a Tier-4 Selector and 10,000 Crystals. New gamers who log in for seven days will obtain robust heroes like Tier-3 Iron Man to assist construct a stable workforce rapidly. We’re additionally holding uniform and dimension chest low cost occasions to speed up progress. Moreover, we’re encouraging participation within the “Agent Coaching Middle” buddy referral occasion for much more rewards.

Are you able to share the mid- and long-term roadmap? Any hints on upcoming characters or content material?

We all know the sport can really feel complicated for newcomers, so we’re reviewing a number of enhancements to make it extra accessible. As for brand spanking new content material, we plan to proceed releasing themed updates. With out spoiling an excessive amount of, we are able to tease {that a} extremely requested theme from final yr is lastly on the best way—so keep tuned!

Concerning higher-tier development, we launched Tier-4 about three years in the past, and lots of characters are nonetheless progressing by means of Tier-2 and Tier-3. Due to this, we don’t presently have plans so as to add Tier-5 or related content material within the quick future.

Any closing phrases for the gamers?

Reaching 10 years is a big milestone, however we consider the potential of MARVEL Future Struggle as a MARVEL Universe title remains to be simply starting. As extra MARVEL tales unfold by means of movies, exhibits, and comics, we’ll proceed growing themed updates and introducing new heroes.

This journey has solely been attainable due to the eagerness and assist of our gamers. We’re deeply grateful and promise to maintain doing our greatest as we transfer towards the fifteenth—and even twentieth—anniversary. Thanks.