HYBE IM announced on the 21st that it has confirmed the official release within the year and commenced full-scale launch preparations for its large-scale multiplayer role-playing game (MMORPG) 'Architect: Land of Exile' (hereafter referred to as Architect), which was developed by Aquatree and published by itself.
Architect is a work that drew the attention of spectators and industry officials with its immersive world and high-quality graphics during its first demonstration at the G-STAR in 2024. With a narrative structure centered around the 'Tower,' it received high evaluations for its technological prowess, including high-quality graphics based on Unreal Engine 5, a seamless open world, and a high degree of freedom in movement.
Players will take on the role of adventurers uncovering the secrets surrounding the 'Giant's Tower' while exploring the sealed area 'The Abandoned Land' after the great disaster 'The Great Flood.' They can choose from five classes: warrior, wizard, battle priest, assassin, and hunter, featuring a dimensional exploration system characterized by special movements such as flying, rock climbing, and swimming.
With this, Architect has officially joined the competition for dominance in the MMORPG market in the second half of 2025. Amid the announcement of various new titles, Architect has garnered attention as a work that balances combat, exploration, and storytelling.
Currently, the brand site for Architect has opened, where users can check brief game information, including major characters and the world. HYBE IM plans to sequentially develop a phased launch campaign, including pre-registration, ahead of the official release.