Alpha Test for Vindictus: Defying Fate Had More Than 400,000 Players

Nexon announced that the alpha test for Vindictus: Defying Fate has successfully concluded. They were able to gather not only important feedback from players but also invaluable suggestions. These insights are sure to help shape the future of the game.

The alpha test itself has managed to get at least 400,000 players. With that in mind, the studio revealed that they’re extending their since thanks to all players for the “time, enthusiasm, and insights.”

Here are some of the stats gathered during the alpha test:

• Total Players: 426,176

• Blood Lord Defeated: 154,426 times

• White Tyrant Defeated: 351,674 times

• Countries Represented: 189

• Total Playtime: 1,151,621 hours (equivalent to 131.46 years)

• Total Monsters Defeated: 42,626,277

• Total Player Defeats: 7,240,480

• Defeats by Rolling Logs: 37,987

• Deadliest Boss: Gnoll Chieftain Crimsongale

• Delia was the most played character

• Fiona was the most chosen follower

Next Steps

With the alpha phase now completed, the studio said that they’ll now focus on implementing player-driven improvements. There are three core issues being looked into.

The first is the game’s performance optimization. During the test, a lot of players experienced disruptions due to input delays and low frame rates. This has been put on the top of the list as the development team is now working to ensure a significant improvement optimization.

The second concern that was raised during the alpha test was the combat direction. For many players, the combat felt both restrictive and repetitive. Based on this feedback, the team revealed that they’re working to make sure that the combat offers a more fluid and dynamic experience. Planned improvements include speeding up attack animations, enhancing the transition timing between actions, and allowing players to chain attacks or react more intuitively even mid-interruption.

The third concern is the hit feedback. The team is now working on improving camera shakes, effects, recoil feedback, and even technical elements. All of these to enhance the feel of every hit. 

Vindictus: Defying Fate is an adrenaline-fueled action RPG that builds on the legacy of the original Vindictus IP. It’s developed using Unreal Engine 5 and features high-quality graphics. The game delivers a unique combat experience that’s defined by perfectly timed dodges, powerful counters, and impactful strikes. Wishlist Vindictus: Defying Fate on Steam now.