Kingdom: The Blood, a multiplayer action RPG inspired by the acclaimed Korean drama of the same name, has recently exceeded the milestone of one million pre-registrations.
Scheduled for release on March 5th, the highly awaited game is positioned as a soulslike experience, immersing players in intense battles against zombie hordes and formidable bosses, all set against the historical backdrop of late-medieval Korea.
The Korean drama, “Kingdom,” unfolds in South Korea during the 16th century, shortly after the Imjin War, the Japanese invasions of Korea.
Centered around Lee Chang, the heir to the kingdom of Joseon, the narrative initially revolves around investigating a mysterious disease affecting the king of Joseon.
However, Lee Chang stumbles upon a far more perilous and horrifying threat that jeopardizes Joseon’s existence, with internal political struggles adding to the impending danger.
While reluctance to label something as ‘unique’ is customary, acknowledging the lack of novelty in the gaming realm, “Kingdom: The Blood” undeniably boasts a compelling setting and concept.
The underexplored niche of historical zombie fiction gains additional allure by being situated in medieval Korea. Players share this sentiment, as evidenced by our recent report indicating that the game achieved the half-million pre-registration mark just a week ago.
While a significant portion of these pre-registrations likely originate from South Korea, the game’s place of origin, the overall number is noteworthy and reflects the mounting excitement surrounding the game.
It is somewhat surprising that Netflix Games hasn’t capitalized on adding this soulslike RPG with multiplayer features to their service.
A game of this nature, with its potential to heighten anticipation and serve as a promotional tool for the show, seems like a missed opportunity. Stay tuned for more updates on “Kingdom: The Blood” as they unfold!
