Ragnarok Landverse, a new Web3 version of the classic MMORPG Ragnarok Online, will launch on Sky Mavis’ Ronin Network in early 2025. Ragnarok Landverse: Genesis is the result of a partnership between Ronin Network and blockchain gaming studio Zentry. Terms of the deal have not been disclosed, but this brings more players and fans into Web3 gaming.

A Classic Goes On-Chain

Ragnarok Online was first released in 2002 by South Korean company Gravity. It became a global phenomenon, with over 100 million players and over $2 billion in revenue. Over the years, the franchise has been known for its immersive quests, detailed character customization, and strong player communities. It’s especially popular in Southeast Asia, where its player-driven economies and social features make it stand out.

By going on-chain, Ragnarok Landverse aims to add more value and engagement. According to Zentry, this Web3 version stays true to the original experience. Still, it adds the ability to earn, own and trade digital assets. Players can complete familiar quests, kill monsters and explore the game world while collecting on-chain resources like adamantine fragments and earning tokens.

This added layer of digital ownership could mean stronger in-game economies and more player involvement. In fact, by 2024, a community of over 400,000 Landverse players had already generated more than $15 million in revenue through sales of in-game items and NFTs.

Pre-Register and Future Plans

Want to play Ragnarok Landverse on Ronin? Pre-register now. Pre-registration is easy:

1. Visit rolg.maxion.gg/pre-register
2. Click “Pre-Register”
3. Create a Maxion account with your email
4. Link your Ronin Wallet to unlock possible mystery rewards

This is the entry point to Web3 gaming. The Ronin Wallet is a bridge where you can store and manage your on-chain items. For many, it will be their first Web3 game, where they can experience digital ownership and community-driven economies.

Zentry’s flagship studio, Maxion, has an official partnership with Gravity, the publisher of Ragnarok, to ensure the new game stays true to the original experience and story.

Zentry will also operate a node validator on the Ronin Network to help maintain and secure the blockchain infrastructure for these games.

This could be a big moment for Web3 gaming. If this succeeds, more developers might bring their IP into the blockchain. For players, it’s an opportunity to play a classic game again with the added benefits of digital ownership and a more connected economy.

Editor’s note: Written with the assistance of AI – Edited and fact-checked by Jason Newey.