While Honor of Kings might be a relatively new name to gamers in the West, its impact is undeniable, having secured a global release and even a spotlight in the Amazon anthology series Secret Level. However, it's the upcoming action RPG, Honor of Kings: World, that aims to push the franchise to new heights.
A freshly released dev diary provides the most comprehensive glimpse into Honor of Kings: World to date, with a primary focus on combat. The iconic Crimson Beast, traditionally a jungler's favorite in the original Honor of Kings, is reimagined as a formidable boss. This dev diary not only showcases the combat mechanics but also features developer commentary on how players can summon various weapons and transition to a mage-like skillset using Chrono Anomaly. These elements contribute to the creation of an impressive combo-based battle system, demonstrated vividly in the video.
The dev diary also offers a broad overview of what to expect from Honor of Kings: World. Familiar heroes from the MOBA will make their return, alongside glimpses of open-world exploration and confirmation of co-operative multiplayer features. Notably, the diary showcases the mobile version of the game, emphasizing the importance of optimization in its development—a critical aspect given the game's visually rich effects and graphics.
If you're considering diving into Honor of Kings to prepare for World's release, understanding the mechanics and character dynamics is key. To aid in this, be sure to consult our Honor of Kings tier list to get a better grasp on how the characters perform.
