Krafton has taken a significant step in distancing itself from the legal entanglements of Ironmace Studios by rebranding Dark and Darker Mobile to Abyss of Dungeons. This move primarily affects the game's name and likely some elements specific to Dungeons & Dragons, reflecting Krafton's strategy to steer clear of the ongoing legal disputes between Ironmace and Nexon.
For those not familiar with the situation, Ironmace Studios, founded by former Nexon employees, is currently facing allegations from Nexon of misusing trade secrets. Nexon claims that the ideas and assets developed during the employees' tenure at their company were used to create Dark and Darker. The legal battle continues, and as we previously mentioned in February, there were indications that Dark and Darker Mobile would undergo a name change. The transition to Abyss of Dungeons confirms these speculations.
No Significant Changes
Reassuringly, the rebranding to Abyss of Dungeons does not appear to alter the core gameplay mechanics. The mobile version had already introduced significant changes, such as a third-person perspective, but fans can rest assured that the essence of the game remains intact.
For enthusiasts of Ironmace, this development might be disheartening. However, with the hope that the legal issues will be resolved soon, fans can look forward to enjoying Abyss of Dungeons alongside the original PC version of Dark and Darker. The game is set for a soft launch on June 11th in Brazil, Thailand, Indonesia, and Mexico.
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