MapleStory N is Nexon's flagship project in the Web3 space, leveraging 20 years of successful experience from (MapleStory) and 180 million players globally. In 2024, Nexon's revenue exceeded $3.6 billion, expanding gaming boundaries through blockchain technology.
$NXPC, the core token, drives the MapleStory Universe ecosystem, connecting players, creators, and the community to build a self-sustaining digital world. The game is deployed on the Polygon main chain to support high-frequency interactions with low cost and high efficiency, collaborating with Polygon Labs and Animoca Brands for technical and market support.
Core features
Brand endorsement: (MapleStory) has attracted 180 million players, peaking at over 6 million monthly active users. Nexon's global operational capability ensures project implementation.
Web3 innovation: NFT equipment, P2E economy, and DAO governance give players asset ownership and decision-making power.
Token economy:
$NXPC: Total supply of 1 billion, initial circulation of 170 million, 40% used for ecological incentives (P2E, staking), and a deflationary mechanism (annual destruction of 2%-5%) increases value.
NESO: In-game token that can be earned through activities, exchanged for $NXPC or used to purchase items.
Ecosystem: Includes MapleStory Universe Marketplace, Navigator, Explorer, Swap/Warp, and Reactor, supporting NFT trading, cross-chain transfers, and asset management.
Contribution mechanism: Players and creators earn $NXPC rewards by developing applications or supporting the ecosystem, evaluated based on application KPI and NESO usage.
Market performance
$NXPC increased nearly 4 times within 4 hours of launch, reflecting strong market recognition of its potential. Combining Nexon's brand power, Polygon's technical support, and community-driven ecosystem, (MapleStory N) is positioned as a benchmark for Web3 games.
How to play MapleStory N
Step 1: Preparation for entry
Account creation and game download
Download the game: Visit the (MapleStory N) official website (https://msu.io/maplestoryn/launch-countdown), download the client (preferably choose Windows). Ensure to download from official channels to avoid phishing sites.
Account registration: Log in with your Nexon account or create a new account via email/phone number (if you do not receive the verification code on Google email, it is recommended to use another email). The Nexon account seamlessly connects Web2 and Web3, lowering the entry barrier to blockchain.
Wallet preparation: Install MetaMask wallet to store $NXPC, NESO, and NFT.
Tip: Check device specifications before downloading (recommended 8GB RAM, GTX 1050 graphics card) to ensure smooth operation.
Complete KYC verification
Steps of operation:
Log in to (MapleStory N) official website, enter the 'Account Settings' page.
Submit phone number and government-issued ID (such as ID card, passport, clear photo required).
Wait for review (usually 1-3 days, may be extended during holidays).
Earnings: After completing Level 1 KYC, you can withdraw up to 10,000 $NXPC daily to your MetaMask wallet, supporting transfers to exchanges for fiat currency exchange.
Note: You can still play without completing KYC, but you cannot withdraw on-chain assets. It is recommended to authenticate immediately after registration.
Step 2: Introduction to core gameplay
2.1 Choose your character
Career choice: Five major career groups (Warrior, Mage, Archer, Thief, Pirate) are available at the beginning of the game, totaling 12 classic careers. Each career has a unique skill tree that affects monster farming and dungeon performance.
Recommended newbie professions:
Ice Thunder Mage: High area damage, freezing skills control monsters, suitable for quick monster clearing and leveling efficiency in the early stages.
Other options: Warrior (high health, suitable for tanking), Archer (single-target output, suitable for boss fights), Pirate (flexible movement, suitable for PVP).
Create a character: Enter the game, choose a profession, set the character name (supports Chinese, must be unique). Characters can later be minted as NFTs (approximately 10 $NXPC) to become tradable assets.
2.2 Main quests and map unlocking
Task process:
Accept NPC tasks in the starting village, kill basic monsters to gain experience and equipment.
Complete main quests to gradually unlock new maps (such as Archer Village, Warrior Tribe, Magical Forest).
Rewards include experience points, NESO (approximately 5-10/task), and basic items (potions, common equipment).
Map characteristics: Each map has unique monsters and drops, high-level maps (like Time Temple) have dense monsters and higher yields.
Tip: Prioritize completing main quests to level 20 to unlock dungeon and event entrances. Side quests can be completed later, focus on upgrading efficiency.
2.3 Daily tasks and activities
Daily tasks:
Eliminate 1000 monsters daily to earn experience vouchers (double experience for 30 minutes) and 5-10 $NXPC.
Other tasks such as resource gathering and completing mini-games reward NESO (approximately 10-20).
Limited-time events:
Activity periods usually last 1-2 weeks, so keep an eye on the official website or X platform announcements.
Multi-player dungeons:
Join the 'Gold and Silver Island Football Competition' or 'Mushroom Castle' dungeon, cooperate with 3-5 players to defeat bosses for high-level equipment and 20-50 $NXPC.
Recommended team combinations (Tank + DPS + Support) to improve clearance efficiency.
Sign-in benefits: During the pioneer testing period, consecutive sign-ins for 7 days can be exchanged for limited NFTs (such as 'Cosmic Mushroom Pet', market price approximately 100 $NXPC).
Newbie suggestions:
Spend 1 hour daily completing main and daily quests, you can reach level 20 in 3 days.
Participate in events first, accumulate NESO and NFT to pave the way for future gold farming.
Join a guild for team support and dungeon strategies.
Step 3: Master the blockchain mechanism
3.1 Dual token system
(MapleStory N) adopts a dual-token system, with NESO and $NXPC each serving their respective roles to enhance economic flexibility.
NESO:
Function: In-game currency used to enhance equipment, purchase potions, outfits, etc.
Acquisition channels:
Monsters drop (common monsters yield approximately 0.1 NESO, elite monsters yield 1 NESO).
Quest rewards (5-20 NESO).
Use $NXPC to swap (fixed exchange rate, approximately 1 $NXPC = 100 NESO).
Cooperation mechanism: NESO accumulates through in-game activities and can be exchanged for $NXPC to enter the on-chain economy; $NXPC can be exchanged back for NESO for in-game consumption, forming a closed loop.
3.2 NFT minting and trading
Minting process:
Collect mintable items (such as high-level equipment, skill books) through tasks, dungeons, or market purchases.
Enter the in-game 'Reactor' tool, select an item, pay $NXPC (approximately 5-50) and Gas fee (approximately 0.01 MATIC).
Minting completed, NFT deposited into MetaMask wallet, on-chain record generated automatically.
Trading process:
List NFTs on the MSU Marketplace, set prices (priced in $NXPC or USDT).
After a successful transaction, earnings are deposited into MetaMask and can be withdrawn to exchanges.
Popular NFTs:
Equipment: S-grade potential equipment with +10 enhancement (such as 'Chaos Staff') is priced in the market at several hundred $NXPC.
Nickname NFT: Collect letters/numbers through the 'Make Special Name' event to create a unique nickname. Popular nicknames (like 'Hero123') can reach 150,000 RMB.
Items: High-level skill books, double experience potions, etc., premium priced at 50%-100%.
Step 4: Efficient gold farming strategy
4.1 Basic gold farming channels
Monster farming and drops:
Kill common monsters to earn NESO (about 10 NESO for every 100 monsters) and basic equipment.
Rare monsters (such as Big Eye Monster, Black Dragon) have a probability of dropping NFT items (approximately 1% chance, worth 50-200 $NXPC).
Recommended maps:
Time Temple: Monsters are dense, and NESO drop efficiency is high.
Shanghai map: Elite monsters respawn quickly, suitable for farming NFT items.
BOSS challenge:
Challenge bosses like Zakum and Senlanwan for high-level equipment (like 'Zakum Helmet') and boss crystals.
Hard difficulty drops rarer items, crystals can be sold for 50-100 $NXPC at the auction house.
Team suggestion: 4-6 players, including tanks and healers, high clearance rate.
Staking and mining:
Stake $NXPC in the official mining pool for a monthly return of 2%-5%, with weekly airdrops of NFT fragments.
Participate in DeFi protocols (such as Aave integration), with annual returns up to 8%.
Summary:
Through the integration of classic MMORPG gameplay and Web3 innovation, a deeply immersive and strategically rich game world has been created:
Diverse gameplay: Character development, map exploration, dungeon challenges, and PVP competitions meet different needs.
Economic incentives: NFT and P2E mechanisms will strive to convert into tradable assets, with dynamic rewards increasing strategy.
Based on the foundation of 180 million players from (MapleStory) and the market boom of $NXPC, (MapleStory N) is not only a game but also a platform for investment and co-creation. Whether you are an adventure enthusiast, gold farming player, or community builder, there are infinite possibilities here.