Embers of the Uncrowned will hold its second Steam playtest December 4–11, adding the Nightstalker class, three regions and expanded multiplayer content. Nexon confirmed that everyone who registers can participate, with no selection lottery.
The isometric action MMORPG also introduces male and female character options for every class, alongside new skills, quests, and settlement systems.
How to Join the Steam Playtest
You can register through the game’s Steam page. The announced schedule is:
| Milestone | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Pre-download opens | December 2 at 6 p.m. PST |
| Playtest begins | December 4 at 4 a.m. PST |
| Playtest ends | December 11 at 6:59 a.m. PST |
The test supports PC through Steam, with keyboard-and-mouse or gamepad controls.
Nightstalker Uses Frost, Shadows and a Finite Resource
Nightstalker joins Executioner, Spectral Blade and Stormbringer as the fourth playable class.
The ranged hunter begins each fight with a full Moonlight resource pool, then spends it during combat. Managing that supply and keeping enemies at a distance form the core of the class.
Its Moonflare arrows interact with other skills to freeze targets, enable vanishing into shadows, or support hit-and-run attacks. Each existing class also receives additional active and utility skills for the test.
New Regions, Bosses and a Two-Difficulty Raid
The expanded main questline spans four regions, adding approximately 11 main quests and 20 side quests. New destinations include Saltern Harbor, Molten River and Pale Shrine.
Companion Eslyn gains active and passive abilities, Affinity quests, and additional relationship events.
Combat content includes 12 Field Bosses, three Domain Bosses and the Forbidden Reef raid, which offers Normal and Chaos modes. A faction-based PvP mode and additional party content also join the test.
Develop Your House and Strengthen Your Character
Embers of the Uncrowned follows a fallen noble house attempting to reclaim territory seized by elves. You manage that House by recruiting followers, gathering materials, and crafting, while territorial development also improves character stats.
The second test adds enchanting, dismantling, and marketplace systems. Your settlement’s appearance changes as the House gains levels, while new costumes and mounts expand customization options.
The Embers of the Uncrowned Steam playtest runs December 4–11, with registration open to all PC players.
