Illuvium Plans Major Changes For Overworld Next Year

The game studio Illuvium has announced that its main focus next year will be on Overworld. Kieran Warwick, the leader, and Co-Founder, shared that the studio will turn the game into a “MMO Lite” by the end of Q2 next year.

This means the game will include some elements of classic MMO games but will keep the experience easy and fun. Illuvium wants to ensure the game is not too complicated when it’s first released.

Warwick explained that MMO Lite games allow players to enjoy shared worlds and have smaller sessions where they can play together. The game will still be simple but exciting, focusing on gameplay, progression, and well-designed areas. Illuvium does not want to overwhelm players, so it will ensure the launch is successful.

Overworld Offers Features Like Capturing Illuvials And Completing Quests

According to the update, several features are already part of Illuvium Overworld. Players can enjoy exploring regions, capturing Illuvials, and completing quests. There are also weapons, crafting, and a marketplace. Warwick stated that more parts of the game, like combat, NPCs, and multiplayer modes, are still being developed. Boss fights with Leviathans and raids will also be added in the future.

The new version of Overworld will allow players to capture creatures, called Illuvials, and explore hidden places to find new items and abilities. Teamwork activities, such as raids, will let players work together to fight powerful Leviathans and collect rare rewards. Illuvium said it will add new features and areas to keep the game interesting.

To ensure Overworld succeeds, Illuvium is also introducing notable changes behind the scenes. The studio has cut down on its expenses to $900,000 each month, reducing salaries and other costs. Despite having $78 million in its treasury, Illuvium plans to get more funding in March next year to support the game’s development.

Illuvium Considers Halting Gameplay At Overworld For New Upgrades

Warwick said Overworld might temporarily shut down while some automatic features are allowed to run. This will stop new players from joining until the game is ready. However, other parts of Illuvium, like Arena, Beyond, and Zero, will still be active. Illuvium is encouraging players to share their thoughts on this idea.

While Overworld is the main focus, Illuvium Arena will also get some upgrades. Illuvium said it wants the Arena to grow into a top-level auto-battler game by the second half of next year. Once Arena is ready, the studio will give more attention to Overworld.