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Business Wire
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
NHN Updates ‘DARKEST DAYS' with ‘Resident Expedition' Feature – Roadmap in Full Swing
SEOUL, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NHN (KRX: 181710, CEO: Woojin Jung) announced on June 26th that it has rolled out a new update for its zombie apocalypse title DARKEST DAYS, featuring the addition of the 'Resident Expedition' content. The new 'Resident Expedition' content is a mini-game where players organize expeditions using their residents and vehicles. Players can form teams based on each vehicle's seating capacity. Share DARKEST DAYS is an open-world shooting RPG developed and serviced by NHN. Since its global open beta launch on PC and mobile platforms on April 24, player engagement has been steadily increasing, particularly in multiplayer content, proving its immersive appeal. The game continues to evolve in quality during the ongoing beta, and this update sets the stage for deeper, more exciting gameplay. The new 'Resident Expedition' content is a mini-game where players organize expeditions using their residents and vehicles. Players can form teams based on each vehicle's seating capacity, and use fuel as a movement resource to explore board-type tiles featuring combat, rewards, buffs, and more. Victories grant Resident XP and various loot. A new high-level map, 'Twilight Holitore,' has also been added for players who prefer PvE content. This non-conflict zone is designed for PvE farming and features zombies ranging from level 41 to 45. In 'Twilight Holitore,' players can obtain all the items available in the original Holitore, along with additional shelter facility blueprints that were previously difficult to acquire. Also debuting in the update is the new submachine gun 'Tommy.' Available in grades N to SSR, the Tommy boasts a 50-round magazine, allowing for prolonged engagements compared to other SMGs. The Tommy and a new SSR-grade armor set called the 'Hunting Set' can be acquired through in-game farming or through a Lucky Box with boosted drop rates. Players can now also use a new vehicle, the 'Ambulance', which features an impressive 11-slot storage capacity, about half the size of a player's inventory. This makes item collection more efficient and enjoyable. In addition, DARKEST DAYS has added a report system to the PvP map 'Rootland' and improved the kill log upon death, providing a more stable and secure gameplay environment for players. Meanwhile, DARKEST DAYS revealed its 2025 update roadmap in late May, sharing plans for core content with players. Through the June 5 update, DARKEST DAYS introduced cumulative XP gain after level 40 and additional ER sources with improved acquisition rates. Moving forward, DARKEST DAYS also plans to implement guild system and content updates, a new growth system (Survivor Levels), melee weapon buffs, a complete skill system overhaul, and a rework of the party system to better meet player expectations.
Business Wire
24-04-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
NHN Launches Global Open Beta for Zombie Apocalypse Game ‘DARKEST DAYS'
SEOUL, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NHN (KRX: 181710, CEO Jung Woo-jin) announced that its zombie apocalypse game DARKEST DAYS has launched a global open beta service for PC and mobile starting April 24. DARKEST DAYS is an open-world shooting RPG developed and serviced by NHN. Set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, the game focuses on survival through encounters with diverse groups of people. Share DARKEST DAYS is an open-world shooting RPG developed and serviced by NHN. Set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, the game focuses on survival through encounters with diverse groups of people. The game supports seven languages—English (default), Korean, Japanese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Portuguese, and Spanish—marking the official start of its global rollout. During the Open Beta, players worldwide will have full access to all content, and account data from the Open Beta will carry over to the official launch. Following two rounds of closed beta tests (CBT) in Korea and a global test on both PC (Steam) and mobile platforms, DARKEST DAYS has been significantly polished. Enhancements include UI/UX improvements and an optimized PC gameplay environment. Recognizing players' demand for multiplayer and engaging experiences, NHN accelerated content unlock timing and carried out quality improvements to enable faster interactions. Additional updates include: separating chat channels by region, and diversifying quest conditions and requirements to support more flexible playstyles—addressing key player feedback and enhancing overall gameplay. In addition to cross-play between PC and mobile, the game is expanding gamepad support to cater to different player preferences. Players can currently enjoy the game using Xbox controllers and Steam Deck, with ongoing enhancements aimed at delivering a seamless experience. During the global Open Beta, all pre-registered users will receive the essential survival item 'Taxi' as a special reward. In DARKEST DAYS, vehicles are crucial for survival—enabling fast travel, storing items, running over zombies, and smashing obstacles. The 'Taxi,' with its high speed and unique design, is expected to deepen player immersion. A variety of in-game events will also run during the beta to add more fun to the gameplay. DARKEST DAYS drew global attention earlier this year during Steam Next Fest (February 2025), with participation from 57,000 players across 107 countries. Key achievements from the event include over 100,000 wishlists on Steam, peak concurrent viewers reaching 53,000 on Twitch, ranked among the most-played demos, and becoming #1 in the 'Trending Upcoming Free-to-Play Games' category. Three multiplayer content modes—Zombie Defense, Co-op Boss Raid, and Conflict Zone—received especially positive feedback for their excitement and immersion. For more details about DARKEST DAYS' global open beta and upcoming events, visit the official community or check in-game.
