Wingeon Game Studios, the indie dev team from Brazil gaining traction for their richly detailed pixel art MMORPG Drakantos, has just dropped some exciting news. Despite the fact they’re still in development, the small but passionate studio has been keeping the community buzzing with updates, and this time, they’ve revealed two brand-new playable characters. Fans of the game will want to take note of the additions and the fresh features on the way to this pixel-packed world.
Since day one, Drakantos has promised to offer something different in the crowded MMO space, standing out with its hand-crafted pixel art style and deeply nostalgic vibes for anyone who grew up on classic RPGs. Wingeon’s latest devlog update—released on October 18, 2024—firmly delivered on that promise, providing both new characters and an overview of what’s next for the game.
Meet the New Faces
The standout part of this update is the introduction of two new characters, each bringing unique skills to the table. Without spoiling too much (because let’s be real, discovering their full capabilities is half the fun), here’s what we know:
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The Shadowblade: Dark, mysterious, and incredibly deadly. This assassin-type character specializes in stealth and critical strikes, making them perfect for players who love sneaking around and dealing massive bursts of damage. Whether it’s PvP or taking out bosses in PvE, the Shadowblade can melt through enemies quickly, provided you get the jump on them first. It’s a class built for those who enjoy high-risk, high-reward gameplay.
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The Luminary Priest: On the flip side, we’ve got the Luminary Priest, a support-heavy character with a focus on healing, buffs, and light-based magic. If you value teamwork, party synergy, and keeping your allies alive, this is the character for you. While they’re not dishing out major damage themselves, their power to boost teammates and protect them in battle could easily turn the tide of a difficult encounter.
It’s no secret that balancing classes is always a challenge in MMO design, but Wingeon seems dedicated to making sure that both new characters fit into Drakantos’ evolving meta nicely. This brings us to the next big reveal: a new gameplay mode designed to test every class’s strengths.
PvE Mode Expansion: New Challenges Await
Alongside the new characters, the devlog mentioned a new PvE mode that’s poised to shake up how players approach dungeons and raids. From what we can gather, this mode will introduce more strategic elements to high-level content, meaning you’ll need to think carefully about your party composition. While this might make things tougher, it also opens up more rewarding scenarios where well-coordinated teams can shine. Expect mechanics that require positioning, status tracking, and coordinated skill rotations.
For anyone who’s already familiar with the game, this new mode seems to align with Drakantos’ growing reputation for tactical depth, rather than just being another hack-and-slash MMO.
Community Buzz & Where to Follow
As usual, the Drakantos community has been super active reacting to the news. Players are already theory-crafting about how these characters will fit into existing meta builds and what kinds of synergies (sorry, we know, cheesy word) they’ll bring to PvP. If you want to engage with the community yourself, Wingeon Game Studios has been super approachable—you can catch regular dev streams on Twitch or join the discussions rolling through their Discord. For a glimpse of some gameplay, head over to their YouTube channel, where new content and character showcases are frequently posted.
Fans can also follow them on Twitter or for smaller updates and sneak peeks of upcoming artwork and in-game events.
Tips for New Players
If the update makes you curious about jumping into Drakantos for the first time, here’s a quick tip to make your early experience smoother: Don’t rush solo! Whether you pick the new Shadowblade or Luminary Priest, Drakantos is very much designed with cooperation in mind. Even as a sneaky Shadowblade, finding a group—especially in the early and mid-game—will keep you from getting overwhelmed. Luminary Priest players should look for guilds who value support roles; they’ll make your grind far more enjoyable.
Lastly, get familiar with resource management. Many of the game’s trickier battles require you to manage your stamina and class resources carefully. Overspending in a fight without proper cooldown management can lead to a quick and embarrassing defeat.
Looking Ahead
There’s always more on the horizon for Drakantos. With these new characters and a challenging PvE mode on the way, Wingeon Game Studios continues to show they’re committed to building not just a game, but a living, breathing world that will keep players engaged for the long haul. Stay tuned because it looks like Drakantos is about to level up yet again!
