IRVINE, CA – AUGUST 5, 2026 – NC (formerly NCSOFT) is ready to reignite your imagination with Blade & Soul NEO’s exceptional new “Regnited” update slated for a simultaneous global launch on Tuesday, August 18 on Steam and PURPLE (NC’s proprietary platform) for PC.
Led by the new class “Warden” (from Blade & Soul Live), this robust new campaign features a boosted server for a faster, cleaner experience; Poharan’s Dungeon, including equalized gear, time attack and speedrun potential; progression improvements, such as system updates, lower friction through growth, skill, guide improvements and more.
Additional features for players to experience include a tailored Rewards and Participation Loop including pre-registration rewards, mission rewards, point exchange, digital goods and a Ruler of the Land Collaboration. Experience in-game cosmetics and an all-new boss based on the popular franchise.
SIGN UP for the pre-registration rewards HERE
DOWNLOAD the new “Reignited” media assets HERE
WATCH the “Reignited” trailer HERE
To play Blade & Soul NEO, head to our Steam page or download it on NC America’s PURPLE platform. Both versions are free to play.
Relive an iconic tale with Blade & Soul NEO, the fully remastered free-to-play, open-world MMORPG. Experience a richer visually enhanced experience set in a world of Wuxia mythology where fast-paced combat collides with the stunning visual beauty. Dig into enhanced gameplay features such as Infinite Windwalk, fast-paced martial arts combat with upgraded animation and graphics, huge dungeons for solo or parties of up to five other players, and more.
For more information, visit Blade & Soul NEO’s website and join the official Discord channel here. Stay connected by following the official social channels below:
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Instagram: @bladeandsoul
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YouTube: @bladeandsoul
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Twitch: @bladeandsoul
ABOUT NC AMERICA
NC America is the western publishing division and strategic global base for NC, the leading global publisher and developer of the acclaimed original IPs Blade & Soul®, Lineage®, AION®, and Guild Wars®. With an office in Irvine, CA, NC America oversees the live-production and publishing responsibilities for select NC titles in North America, South America, Europe, and Oceania. In the future, NC America will expand its NC-developed portfolio and launch original third-party titles to the global market.