Destiny Is Fulfilled in MapleStory�s Gigantic Two-Part Summer Update Destiny: Remastered and Destiny: Homecoming

�Destiny: Remastered” Arrives on June 15 With Explorer Job Revamp, Special In-Game Events, and a Pre-Registration Gift Package!

LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#DestinyRemastered—MapleStory, Nexon’s original free-to-play, side scrolling 2D MMORPG with an aggressively cute game style, announces the first of its two-part summer update, “Destiny: Remastered,” lands in-game on June 15, filled to the brim with special events, a revamp of all of Explorer jobs, plus a gift package for pre-registering before June 13!

SPECIAL EVENTS

Summer just wouldn’t be summer in MapleStory without some special, in-game events! It’s time for the season of music and majesty, as new friend Stella comes to experience Maple World first hand. There are a wealth of rewards to collect during the musical summer nights of Starlight Symphony, plus the return of Tera Burning Plus and Burning World. On top of all that, pre-register a character (must be level 61 or above) before 11am PDT on June 13 to get a special Destiny gift package featuring Lil Symphony pets, Angelic Alphabet Damage Skin, a heap of Melody Coins to get a head start in Starlight Symphony, and a Magician of the Sacred Forest outfit!

EXPLORER REVAMP

The Explorer class of characters in MapleStory has been the backbone of the game for the last seventeen years. These 14 unique Explorer jobs are receiving a complete overhaul of animations, improved skills, new story segments, and more.

The Explorer revamp benefits the following characters:

• Warrior: Hero, Paladin, Dark Knight
• Magician: Arch Mage (Fire/Poison), Arch Mage (Ice/Lightning), Bishop
• Bowman: Bowmaster, Marksman
• Thief: Night Lord, Shadower, Dual Blade
• Pirate: Corsair, Buccaneer, Cannoneer

IMPROVEMENTS GALORE

Incorporated into the “Destiny: Remastered” update are additional improvements, new boss accessories, and boss difficulties so everyone can enjoy a better Maple experience:

• No more Mastery Books! – Mastery Books are no longer needed to upgrade 4th Job skills.
• Dawn Boss Accessories set – Claim a new set of accessories from bosses to forge a powerful new set.
• New Boss Difficulties – Take on Chosen Seren and Verus Hilla on normal mode and overcome Will on easy difficulty.

BEAN BRIGADE “DESTINY: REMASTERED” SNEAK PEEK

Members of MapleStory’s content creator program, Bean Brigade, will be jumping into the test servers early beginning today to give Maplers a sneak peek of all the exciting changes and updates coming to “Destiny: Remastered.” Follow along on Bean Brigade’s dedicated Twitch page from June 7 through 10.

SUMMER UPDATE PART TWO

Last but not least, Summer Update Part Two, “Destiny: Homecoming,” arrives on July 20 with an all-new homestead feature allowing Maplers to purchase and decorate their very own home! Show off your exquisite taste and home decorating style, and be the envy of every other homeowner in Maple World. Also in Part Two, the Watcher Kalos awaits on top of Karote, the Unending Tower. Win in the battle against this formidable boss to obtain a new Eternal Equipment Set!

Grab your sunscreen and check out everything there is to do in MapleStory this summer!

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About MapleStory https://maplestory.nexon.net
MapleStory is one of the largest and most active free-to-play, side-scrolling MMORPGs with over 13 million registered players from its Global services alone out of a total seven MapleStory services around the world. First released in North America in May 2005, the game continues to grow and evolve alongside its passionate community since launching over 17 years ago. There have been over 274 million characters created to date, which would make MapleStory’s Maple World the 4th highest populated country in the world.

About Nexon America Inc. https://www.nexon.com/
Founded in 2005, Nexon America Inc. delivers outstanding free-to-play online game expertise and live game support, taking the strengths of NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) and applying them for uniquely western audiences. Nexon America has consistently sustained iconic franchises such as MapleStory and Mabinogi for more than a decade, which have gone on to break records and captivate players. With new projects on the horizon, Nexon America maintains the pioneering and innovative spirit of its parent company, employing its player-first approach, while designing the best possible gameplay experiences for the western market.

Contacts

Brian Klotz

Nexon America

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