The German MMORPG Albion Online by Sandbox Interactive GmbH has recently made its debut in the Far East. In April, this sandbox MMORPG reached new record numbers of players. Now, the next add-on “Knightfall” not only brings more content but also a new control system.
What kind of game is this? Albion Online is a sandbox MMORPG, available on PC via Steam and also on mobile. It is set in a medieval fantasy world and focuses on a player-driven economy, PvE content, and intense PvP battles.
Depending on the zone entered – there are green, yellow, red, and black zones – dying virtually can either mean losing durability or all belongings. Similarly, the space MMORPG EVE Online operates in this way. PvE lovers should note that they have the option to participate in PvP if they are in any zone except for the black zone.
Watch a trailer of the MMORPG here.
Many celebrate the WASD feature in the add-on
What do fans say about the new add-on? With the add-on “Knightfall,” there is again a content patch including the WASD feature. This means that movement in the game is realized using the WASD keys on the keyboard.
As seen on Reddit, the comment from Black007lp is currently receiving many upvotes. He states: “WASD? Finally, I can try Albion.” Others, like the YouTuber Mogdone, agree and call this small but great feature a true game changer.
Check out the English opinion of Mogdone in the YouTube post here:
What else does the add-on bring? In addition to general game improvements, the patch notes (via forum.albiononline.com) indicate the introduction of a new dungeon called “Knightfall Abbey” to the MMORPG. Along with the monastery dungeon, there are also changes to loot and chests.
The streets of Avalon are also getting updates. Additionally, a series of new items are being added. Finally, players are now also allowed to change the gender of their character for gold afterwards.
What are the player numbers? The player numbers have climbed to a new record high in April. The surge on the server, which opened on March 20, 2023, in the Far East, resulted in a record number of approximately 300,000 players at its peak.
Whether this will be a sustainable success remains to be seen in the future. Content patches like the current “Knightfall” are definitely a step in the right direction.
