Nexon announced that it launched Season 1 of N-CONNECT on the 15th in collaboration with Naver CHZZK and SOOP. During the preseason, approximately 450,000 users in total linked their Nexon accounts across the two platforms.
N-CONNECT is a project designed to establish a long-term connection between user participation, creator activities, and gameplay experiences. The preseason launched on SOOP on April 27 and on CHZZK on May 18. According to Nexon, 1,414 streamers registered based on Best/Pro tier or higher on each platform, with Myeongye Hunjang on CHZZK and Duchi and Ppukku on SOOP taking top spot in the final rankings for their respective platforms.
In Season 1, Nexon will operate an official N-CONNECT page that consolidates program and participation information from both CHZZK and SOOP. Unlike the preseason, which relied on separate platform pages for guidance, users can now submit applications and check support programs all in one place. On My Page, users can view their N-CONNECT Points and ranking status. Both platforms will continue as key partners in Season 1, and users and creators can link their Nexon accounts following instructions provided on each platform.
For user-targeted initiatives, an interactive event is scheduled for November. In this event, players accumulate experience points by watching Nexon game streams and playing games, earning Play Points each time they level up. Viewers, as well as creators, can participate as N-Connectors. The reward structure introduced during the preseason, built around the three pillars of Activity, Growth, and Impact, will also be maintained.
Regarding creator support, Nexon is updating the eligibility criteria and review process for the N-Connector Content Grant. Eligibility has been expanded so that creators of all tiers can apply, and the monthly funding limit previously applied based on tier has been removed. Funding amounts will be determined through individual reviews of submitted content proposals, prioritizing the value of the concept and diverse production opportunities over channel size.
Viewing benefits are also being expanded. N-Connector exclusive Drops, previously operated on SOOP, will now be introduced to CHZZK, broadening participation opportunities to small and mid-sized creators. Viewers can receive Nexon in-game benefits while watching streams from N-Connectors.
"N-Connector of the Month," which highlights 10 N-Connectors each month, will operate with selection criteria—such as content activity, broadcast hours, and growth—announced in advance. Nexon also plans to expand broadcast and viewer participation opportunities by introducing "N-CONNECT Week," a recurring creator program, as well as original content directly produced by Nexon.
Based on the engagement experience and feedback gathered during the preseason, Nexon plans to refine its operational infrastructure and support programs spanning both platforms. Details regarding Season 1 are available on the official N-CONNECT page.
