Rising from Dormancy: A New Beta Test on the Horizon
Following a period of relative quiet, NCSoft, the game's developer, announced a new beta test for Throne and Liberty, scheduled for May 24th to Throne and Liberty Lucent May 30th, exclusively for players residing in South Korea. This decision, as stated by the studio, reflects their desire to "see the game in a new light."
A Legacy of Delays and Reinvention: A Decade in the Making
Throne and Liberty boasts a lengthy development cycle spanning over a decade. Initially introduced as Lineage Eternal, the game has undergone numerous revisions, delays, and even a name change, highlighting the complexities and challenges associated with bringing such a large-scale project to fruition. The last beta test in February was believed by investors to be the final one, paving the way for a Western release in the first half of 2023.
Uncertainty Looms: A Delayed Release and a Silent Partner
However, the lack of a formal delay announcement and continued silence from Amazon, the game's Western publisher, cast a shadow of doubt cheap TL Lucent on the initial release timeline. Furthermore, the absence of any Western beta tests and a recent report from a Korean media outlet suggesting "fierce debate" within NCsoft regarding the launch have fueled speculation of a potential postponement to October 2023.
