Netmarble Monster is actively developing a new cooperative action game Evilbane for PC and consoles. From the very first stages, the developers involve the community through Discord and monthly developer notes, promptly taking into account feedback to make the project truly high-quality and interesting for fans of dark fantasy.
Netmarble, one of the largest game publishers in South Korea, known for mobile hits like Lineage 2M and Marvel Future Fight, is confidently entering the PC and console market, notes xrust. The new project of the Netmarble Monster studio called Evilbane (previously referred to as Project Evilbane) attracts attention not only with its graphics on Unreal Engine 5, but also with its approach to development: the developers have made two-way communication with players one of the key principles of creating the game.
Dark fantasy and dynamic co-op
Evilbane is a third-person co-op action game for 1-4 players set in a dark fantasy world. Players will be able to freely switch between melee and ranged combat in real time, assemble units and fight powerful monsters. The game takes advantage of all the advantages of a modern engine: highly detailed graphics, realistic cloak physics and convenient customization options (for example, turning off the visibility of the helmet).
The first public display with the opportunity to play took place at G-STAR 2025. Then the project already aroused keen interest among visitors. Now Netmarble Monster continues to share details to maintain the hype and collect valuable feedback.
Monthly developer notes and feedback
On June 4 (according to the source — the beginning of the month), the team published a new note from the developers in the official Discord channel. It described in detail the design of the characters' costumes: male and female versions were made in a single concept, but taking into account gender characteristics, so that each image looked stylish and unique. They also showed technical details — the natural physics of fabric and the convenience of the interface.
Earlier, in April and May, the developers already introduced the community to the headquarters (HQ) system — the main player base, hero customization options and new monsters. Particular attention was paid to the boss named Natin . This is a serious opponent who attacks with melee, ranged and magic. Defeating him requires not just leveling up, but competent selection of the game and the individual skill of each player. This approach emphasizes the strategic depth of the game.
There was also a question and answer session on Discord. The most interesting points:
- The alpha test is already in preparation, the exact dates will be announced later;
- Possible collaborations with external IPs are being considered, but it’s too early to say specifically;
- The team continues to collect feedback to improve quality.
Why is this important for players
In modern game development, the Netmarble approach is not unique, but is still rare, especially at the early development stage. Many large projects are released “raw”, and patches with fixes appear after release. Here, feedback is built into the process from the very beginning. This increases the chances that Evilbane will be a truly comfortable and balanced game.
It is also important for the Russian player that Netmarble has experience in localizing its titles. Although there are no exact details about the Russian language and regional servers yet, the presence of pages on Steam and Xbox Store with support for different regions gives hope. Prices for similar projects usually start from 2000–4000 rubles depending on the publication, but you should wait for accurate information closer to tests and release.
Project prospects
Netmarble Monster expands the universe associated with previous projects (there are references to Raven). The game is positioned as a dynamic co-op action game where you can play both solo and with friends. This is a great option for those who love co-op adventures in the style of Diablo or Outriders, but with modern visuals and an emphasis on tactics.
Official wishlist pages are already open:
- Steam: EVILBANE
- Xbox Store
We recommend subscribing for notifications on the official website evilbane.netmarble.com and join the Discord channel so as not to miss the start of the alpha test and new materials.
Netmarble shows that it is ready to seriously compete in the PC and console gaming segment. If the community-engaged approach continues, Evilbane has the potential to become one of the notable releases of 2026-2027. Stay tuned for updates!
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Xrust Netmarble is preparing a cooperative hit Evilbane: how communication with players improves game
