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Amazon Game Studios is exiting the MMO space, transferring Throne and Liberty to NCSoft in Q4 2026 and Lost Ark to Smilegate in early 2027; most player data will move automatically (with an opt-out option) and Throne and Liberty cross-progression between Steam and consoles will end, though both games will continue operating in the West during the transition.
Amazon Game Studios is no longer publishing two western MMOs, Lost Ark and Throne and Liberty, with publishing duties moving to Smilegate for Lost Ark (early 2027) and NC via FireSpark Games for Throne and Liberty (Q4 2026). Western access remains, but data transfer varies: characters and in-game currency are expected to carry over for Throne and Liberty, while Lost Ark may lose mail and chat history (and Auction House items’ transfer is undecided). New World will shut down January 31, 2027, and Amazon has already canceled other MMO plans like a Lord of the Rings title, signaling a shift toward casual titles on Luna and Prime gaming.
Amazon Game Studios will stop supporting Lost Ark’s Western servers and hand control to Smilegate in early 2027, with Western social accounts and the official site moving away from Amazon; account data and progression remain, but in-game mail, friends lists, and chat history will be wiped, and Spanish language support will be dropped by October 2026; subscriptions will be canceled and some store items removed; this is part of Amazon’s broader retreat from MMO development following layoffs linked to New World.
The Western version of Lost Ark will receive the upcoming balance patches earlier than initially planned, moving from February to January, due to community feedback and collaboration with Smilegate RPG, aiming to improve update timeliness across regions.
The article outlines Lost Ark's 2026 roadmap, highlighting major content updates from January to April, including new collectibles, class releases like Dragonknight, progression system overhauls, story chapter conclusions, and new raid content, reflecting a year of significant expansions and improvements.
The October team update for Lost Ark announces the North American region merge on October 22, the upcoming content update on October 29, and plans for the Kazeros battle in November, including fairer naming policies, system optimizations, and preparations for competitive events with strict anti-cheating measures.
The Lost Ark 2025 roadmap details major updates through December, including region merges, new raid content like Kazeros Act 4 and Denouement, the Ark Grid endgame system, balance patches, and seasonal events, culminating in a promising future for players with new storylines and gameplay enhancements.
The June 2025 update for Lost Ark introduces raid adjustments, a new Stylebook feature for customizing and sharing outfits, the return of Mokoko Bootcamp with extended item level caps, and various QoL improvements including battle analysis tools. Future content includes the Paradise system, Mileage Shop, and Act 3 release, with more updates expected in early July.
The Lost Ark team has unveiled the first part of their 2025 roadmap, detailing upcoming content from December 2024 to March 2025. Key updates include the introduction of Solo Mode raids, the Kazeros Raid Act 2, and the Wild Soul Advanced Class. December will see the addition of Solo Mode raids and the Icy Breakthrough Event, while January will bring the Kazeros Raid Act 2 and the Frontier System. February will introduce the Wild Soul Advanced Class, with progression events continuing into March. More details will be shared closer to each release.
The Breaker Advanced Class is set to arrive in Heroes of Arkesia on March 20, featuring a unique playstyle that revolves around managing Stamina, Shock Energy, and Tenacious Power. Breaker expert Saintone provides in-depth insights into the class's identity, skills, and two distinct builds, Asura and Brawl King Storm, offering tips and tricks for players. The article also includes detailed breakdowns of the class's mechanics, engravings, and gameplay strategies, as well as recommendations for gem loadouts and playstyles. Players are encouraged to explore both builds and tune into Saintone's Twitch channel for live content and additional tips ahead of the release.
The Heroes of Arkesia team is intensifying efforts to combat bots and player-to-player real money transactions (RMT) in Lost Ark, recently conducting a major ban wave targeting accounts involved in RMT Gold transactions. The team emphasizes an escalating punishment system for RMT infractions, including the removal of RMT Gold and disciplinary action against accounts involved in the chain. They clarify that spending money in the game does not prevent significant disciplinary action for RMT-ing, and assure players of their persistent efforts to improve the in-game economy and player experience by combating bots and RMT.
Amazon Games and Smilegate RPG provide an update on Lost Ark, celebrating the 2nd Anniversary of Western service and outlining plans for 2024, including the release of new classes and content, events to support player progression, and server and region merges. The Road to Thaemine event is moved to March to prepare players for the Breaker Class, while new and returning events are introduced to aid player progression. Thaemine's release in April will include a special race for the first clear, and server and region merges are planned to enhance the group gameplay experience.
The "2 Extreme" update for Lost Ark is set to launch on February 7, featuring the challenging Valtan Extreme raid, special anniversary events, and more. Players can expect new co-op quests, rewards, and a Birthday Bash Event to commemorate the game's 2nd anniversary. Additionally, the winners of the Anniversary Art Contest have been announced, with their artwork set to be featured in the game during the celebration.
The 2024 roadmap for the game Lost Ark has been revealed, featuring upcoming content releases for the first few months of the year. Highlights include the Brelshaza Inferno Legion Raid, a Second Anniversary Celebration with in-game events and rewards, the introduction of the Breaker Class, the Light of Destiny story quests, the Thaemine Prelude and Legion Raid, and the Transcendence Gear Progression System. Players can also look forward to the Vescal Guardian Raid. More details and updates will be shared as the months progress.
Smilegate, the developer of Lost Ark, has announced the introduction of Jump-Start servers, aimed at providing a fresh beginning for new or returning players. These servers will offer faster progression and independent gameplay, allowing players to experience the unique raids, dungeons, and character systems of Lost Ark. Each region will have its own Jump-Start server, and while initially isolated, Smilegate plans to reconnect them with their respective regions within the next six months. The new servers will open on September 13th.