NCSOFT announced that Blade & Soul NEO is releasing soon on Steam. There's no specific date revealed but this should be exciting news to fans of the series.
This upcoming title features a modern reinterpretation of the wuxie-themed fantasy world that was in the original Blade & Soul. The fully remastered version has players reconnect with the original spirit of the free-to-play and open-world MMORPG. Blade & Soul NEO offers the experience of a richer visually enhanced experience set in a world of Wuxia mythology. It's where fast-paced combat collides with the stunning visual beauty.
The Story
Blade & Soul NEO invites players on a treacherous adventure where they track down the villains who killed their master. Along the way they get to meet a lot of complex characters and uncover hidden secrets. As the game progresses, players can develop skills and reveal true potential on the way to becoming a master in their own right.
Get ready to be immersed in the dense forests, breathtaking vistas, expansive deserts, and even savage wildlands of the Earthen Realm. There are different regions to explore and friends to meet in those bustling villages. Be wary of going into dark corners as this is where enemies lie in wait.
Infinite Windwalk
One interesting feature of the game is that there's no stamina bar. This means players can explore the far reaches of the Earthen Realm with unprecedented freedom. They can scale walls, soar over mountains, and run on water in style with new custom Windwalk animations.
Of course, players can enjoy the iconic action-based combat of the series and this time there's upgraded animation and graphics. They can also switch seamlessly between Classic and "B&S" combat modes as players fight against strong enemies. Meanwhile, the skill extraction system allows for an unprecedented amount of customization as players master the unique skills of the class selected.
System Requirements
For the the game, the minimum system requirements are:
- OS: Window 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: nVidia Geforce GT 730 6GB or AMD Radeon R7 240
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 100 GB available space
Meanwhile, the recommended specs are:
- OS: Window 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 7
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: nVidia Geforce GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon RX 570
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 100 GB available space
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