The new MMORPG Kingdom under Fire 2 (PC) will surprisingly cost around €30 at release in Europe and will be a Buy2Play title. Previously, it was expected to be a Free2Play game. This unusual mix of strategy and online role-playing is set to celebrate its release in Europe in November 2019.
These are the new details: On the occasion of gamescom 2019, Gameforge announces the release of Kingdom under Fire 2. The game was originally announced in 2008 and has had a tumultuous journey. Now, Gameforge has decided to bring the “most expensive MMORPG ever created in Korea” to the West after all:
- The release is in November 2019, but there is no exact release date yet.
- The game will be available in North America and Europe on “various digital platforms” – this could refer to Steam and the Gameforge Launcher, but that is not certain.
- The price will be at least €29.99 – there are also more expensive editions.
- and the game is expected to differ from the typical Free2Play games that Gameforge usually offers.
Editions cost up to €100
What editions are available? In addition to the standard version, 2 bonus versions are planned:
- The Hero’s Package is this standard version. It includes the full version for €29.99, 1 exclusive costume, a 30-day silver boost, and some goodies.
- The Emperor’s Package for €49.99 includes 2 exclusive costumes, a 90-day boost in silver and gold, and a unicorn – along with more goodies.
- The War God’s Package costs €99.99, offering 3 costumes, 2 mounts, and a boost in silver and gold for 365 days.
Pre-orders are already underway. Those who pre-order will receive a title and a specific heroic troop that matches the respective package.
Only cosmetic and comfort items in the shop
How does this version differ from F2P titles? Gameforge states that the balance will lean more towards “traditional RPGs” rather than F2P titles.
The shop will include only cosmetic and comfort items like mounts.
Here’s what it’s about: By implication, Gameforge hints that Kingdom under Fire 2 will not rely on “Pay2Win” mechanics – as they have been accused of in some of their Free2Play titles.
However, the boosts that come with the premium editions seem to cast slight doubt on this statement.
Among gamers, it’s controversial whether boosts are acceptable as “comfort items” in the shop or whether they cross boundaries for a Buy2Play title.
Our advice at MeinMMO: Players should – despite all enthusiasm for a new MMORPG – exercise caution before spending €30 or even €100.
In any case, at least wait for the first beta of Kingdom under Fire 2.
The MMORPG “Kingdom under Fire 2” has a long and troubled history behind it. It should truly not be a game that one buys blindly.
