Korean publisher NC America took the stage at Summer Game Fest 2025 with two major reveals tied to their famous Blade & Soul franchise. The company announced the global launch of Blade & Soul Heroes, a new collectible action MMORPG arriving in September, and the introduction of the Warlock class in the revamped Blade & Soul NEO. Both titles are shaping up to expand the Blade & Soul universe in new and exciting ways. Check out the Heroes announcement trailer down below:
Blade & Soul Heroes is a free-to-play cross-platform MMORPG set to launch on Steam, NCSOFT’s PURPLE platform, and mobile (iOS/Android) across 185 countries. Unlike traditional MMORPGs, the game blends real-time and turn-based combat, giving players the ability to collect, combine, and reconfigure tactical hero teams. These heroes, some of whom are returning fan favorites from the original Blade & Soul, each come with unique abilities and backstories.
A Pre-registration Event is now live on the official game website, offering players exclusive in-game bonuses, including:
- A unique outfit and weapon skin for the character Yusol
- A Refined Soul Gem
- 10x Hero Recruit Plaques
- A 100,000 Gold Pouch
NC America describes the game as a reinvention of the MMORPG format, providing both solo content and strategic team-based encounters, all while retaining the distinct martial arts flair the series is known for.
Meanwhile, over in their other game mentioned Blade & Soul NEO, a new playable class has been announced: the Warlock. This medium-range magic user focuses on summoning, debuffing, and area control, channeling the energy of the Spirit Realm to deal damage and manipulate the battlefield.
Key Warlock abilities include:
- Soul Shackle - spectral chains that immobilize enemies
- Dragoncall - a high-damage delayed attack
- Thrall Summon - conjures a powerful demon to fight alongside the player
- Quell & Repulse - defensive abilities to block and push back enemies
Players can expect more information on the Warlock class during a full reveal on Tuesday, June 24.
Together, these two announcements mark a major push from NC America and NCSOFT to expand their presence in the global MMORPG space. With cross-platform gameplay, rich character design, and bold new mechanics, Blade & Soul Heroes and the Warlock class in Blade & Soul NEO are shaping up to be standout experiences when they arrive later this year.
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