VALOFE announced on October 8 that it will launch the official global service for the PC MMORPG Icarus Online on October 22. Ahead of the official launch, a pre-character creation event will begin on October 16.
According to VALOFE, during the global closed beta test (CBT) held from September 29 to October 6, the game achieved a peak day-over-day retention rate of 70.4% based on daily active users. In a post-test survey, a majority of respondents stated they were satisfied with the CBT, including the "Fellow System." Icarus previously reached 1 million cumulative players during its past global service.
The pre-character creation event will run from October 16 until the official launch. During this period, players can log into the game and create their characters in preparation for the start of official service. The official global launch will target major regions including Japan, Taiwan, North America, and Europe.
Icarus Online is a PC MMORPG where players directly tame monsters and use them as mounts to explore the land and skies. This CBT showcased core content alongside an improved progression and gameplay experience.
Drawing on its operational experience with Icarus in Korea and globally, VALOFE plans to deliver new content and an improved progression structure. Player feedback gathered during the test will also be incorporated into preparations for the official launch.
A VALOFE official stated, “Through the global CBT, we reviewed player feedback and are making preparations for the official service,” adding, “We will prove the strength of the Icarus IP through the official global launch on October 22.”
