Dragon Nest

Dragon Nest is a Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG) developed by Eyedentity Games. The game is free-to-play available worldwide with several host servers around the world to provide fast gameplay regardless of your physical location.  Initially the game was only released for Korea however the popularity of the game encouraged the expansion of the game to other regions including EU, NA, Taiwan, HK, Vietnam and China. 

The game revolves around choosing a hero from a range of classes which may include Warrior, Archer, Cleric, Assassin or Kali which is further refined as you play more of the game. As you progress through the game, you collect and forge stronger weapons allowing you to take on bigger challenges in an attempt to complete the story. The game also features a player-vs-player mode which allows characters to battle each other for prize money. With the implementation of a non-targeting system, the character's success in the game is based on the player's skill in aiming their attacks. 

From a personal standpoint, the game tends to appeal to groups of players who are able to play with each other. However as they would progress, the game becomes repetitive to the point where it is no longer fun. This causes the players to eventually quit the game and move on with the exception of a few who continue to play. This would create a gap between those who quit and those who didn't, demoralizing the players from returning to the game. With that in consideration, the game is most enjoyed in a group of friends, as long as they do not binge on the game but play with moderation. 

Pros:

1. Game is free-to-play
2. Multiple variations of roles to choose from
3. Able to create a community to play on whether with friends or strangers

Cons:

1. Gameplay can be repetitive
2. Only appeals to a niche market of players
3. Graphics considered low in comparison to current games

Rating: 7/10

Thomas Chan

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