The MMORPG classic Ragnarok Online returns. This version aims to be a mix of the online game as it was in the beginning, but it also offers some modern elements.
What is the Classic version of Ragnarok Online? After the international version of the anime MMORPG was discontinued last year and also Ragnarok Online 2 closed its doors, another version of the classic returns. However, this is not the recently announced new MMORPG themed around Ragnarok.
The game is released under the name Ragnarok Online Revo-Classic. Essentially, the MMORPG is intended to play more like it did in the past. Nevertheless, updates are also planned to expand the game.
What does the Classic version offer? Ragnarok Online has changed significantly over the years. The game that it was in the beginning in 2002 played somewhat differently. Therefore, you can now expect the following from the Revo-Classic version:
- You start the adventure as it was before and visit the familiar places from the MMORPG classic. These include initially Prontera, Geffen, Payon, Alberta, Morocco, Aldebaran, Yuno, Comodo, Izlude, Umbala, Lutie, Jawaii, and Glastheim
- Your hero reaches the maximum level of 99/70, and there is no third class
- Revo Classic features large wars, and you can enhance your hero using complex talent trees.
- Furthermore, the MMORPG is expected to be regularly expanded with new content such as additional game areas
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Why is a retro version coming? One might think that the publisher simply wants to hop on the classic trend, which has been so successful with WoW Classic. However, after the discontinuation of the international version of Ragnarok Online, players demanded a new version of the MMORPG.
Since Ragnarok Online Revo-Classic has been successfully running in countries such as Thailand and the Philippines for about two years and retro is just “in”, this version is now being released.
When does the version start? It is now possible to participate. The new publisher 4game has launched an open beta that anyone can join.
How do you play? You simply visit the official website of Ragnarok Online Revo-Classic and download the client there. Install it and create an account. Then, you can start playing.
What does the beta offer? During the open beta, you can participate in events through which you can earn interesting rewards:
- The first player to reach the maximum level will receive a special and legendary Crown of Power without bonus features
- Additionally, the player can enhance a weapon to +7
- Furthermore, there are 12 awards for players in each class who reach the maximum level. They also receive the Crown of Power and the ability to enhance weapons to +7.
What do players say about Revo-Classic? Apparently, there are two camps of Ragnarok fans. Those who grew up with the game and experienced all the changes, and those who cannot relate much to all the innovations.
Therefore, opinions are also divided regarding the Revo-Classic version of the anime MMORPG. Some find the retro flair appealing because Ragnarok Online plays more like it did in its early days. Others have gotten used to how the online game has changed over the years and find Revo-Classic to be less modern.
However, players are generally happy to be able to play Ragnarok Online again, even in a classic variant.
