Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
Ascend from E-rank to Shadow Monarch in this skill-focused RPG adaptation of Solo Leveling.
Official gameplay trailer for Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE. Published by Netmarble Neo. Captures core gameplay, tone, and world design.
Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE, developed and published by Netmarble Neo, arrives on Windows, PlayStation, Steam, and Xbox on November 24, 2025. This RPG lets players embody Sung Jinwoo's epic journey from an E-rank hunter to the Shadow Monarch. With a focus on mastering weapon combos, commanding shadow squads, and engaging in scalable co-op raids, this game promises robust build customization and cross-platform play. While the main campaign may be brief for some, the intricate combat and a rich endgame offer plenty for theorycrafters to chew on. Pricing details are pending, but expect a premium experience that prioritizes depth over breadth.
Game Information
- Developer
- Netmarble Neo
- Publisher
- Netmarble Neo
- Platforms
- Windows, PlayStation, Steam, Xbox
- Release Date
- 2025-11-24
- Genres
- RPG
Pros
- ✓Faithful adaptation of Sung Jinwoo’s arc with playable campaign scenes and cinematic moments
- ✓Tactically satisfying combat that rewards timing, weapon mastery, and squad commands
- ✓Robust build systems and Ascension trees that support radically different playstyles
- ✓Cross-platform play keeps matchmaking healthy across PC and consoles
- ✓Scalable raids and endgame content for both casual runs and hardcore theorycrafters
Cons
- ✗Main campaign length may feel short for completionists who want full lore unlocks
- ✗Steep learning curve for perfect parry timing and advanced shadow management
- ✗Matchmaking can spike wait times at launch for niche raid brackets
- ✗Premium purchase model may limit player base compared with free-to-play competitors
Key Features
- •Master weapon stances and combo chains with precision-timed parry windows
- •Command and customize shadow squads, upgrading lieutenants with unique skills
- •Customize builds across multiple skill trees and Ascension paths
- •Forge weapons and salvage gate materials to unlock high-tier gear
- •Tackle scalable dungeons and mythic raids, including a large-scale Jeju Island siege
- •Join cross-platform online co-op for 2 to 8 player raid encounters
- •Climb seasonal leaderboards for PvE challenges and timed dungeon runs
- •Revisit story beats with new difficulty modifiers and alternate endings
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Gameplay
In Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE, you won't just hack and slash your way through dungeons. This RPG, crafted by both developer and publisher Netmarble Neo, demands precision, timing, and a keen sense of strategy. Combat is as much about mastering weapon stances and executing combo chains as it is about commanding your shadow squads. Parry windows are tight, rewarding those who can keep their cool under pressure. For those who relish a challenge, scalable dungeons and mythic raids, like the Jeju Island siege, offer plenty of opportunities to push your limits.
Story & Setting
Step into the shoes of Sung Jinwoo, the underdog E-rank hunter who rises to become the formidable Shadow Monarch. Faithfully adapted from the popular webtoon, the game takes you through iconic campaign scenes and cinematic moments that fans will recognize. While the main narrative arc might be on the shorter side, it hits all the high notes of Jinwoo's journey, delivering a story that's both familiar and compelling. Expect to revisit key story beats with new difficulty modifiers and alternate endings for added replayability.
Key Features
- Master weapon stances and combo chains with precision-timed parry windows.
- Command and customize shadow squads, upgrading lieutenants with unique skills.
- Customize builds across multiple skill trees and Ascension paths.
- Forge weapons and salvage gate materials to unlock high-tier gear.
- Tackle scalable dungeons and mythic raids, including a large-scale Jeju Island siege.
- Join cross-platform online co-op for 2 to 8 player raid encounters.
- Climb seasonal leaderboards for PvE challenges and timed dungeon runs.
- Revisit story beats with new difficulty modifiers and alternate endings.
Platforms & Availability
Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE hits Windows, PlayStation, Steam, and Xbox on November 24, 2025. With cross-platform play, you'll find no shortage of raid partners, regardless of your chosen platform. Although the price is still under wraps, brace yourself for a premium purchase model that's likely to appeal more to dedicated players than the free-to-play crowd.
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Game Info
- Developer
- Netmarble Neo
- Publisher
- Netmarble Neo
- Release Date
- 2025-11-24
- Platforms
- Price
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