Blade and Soul NEO, the remastered version of the classic martial arts game, is officially launching for free on February 25 on PC in North America and Europe. If you’re eager to jump in early, you can pre-download the game from February 11 and even create your character starting February 18.
This remaster isn’t just a visual upgrade—it brings improved combat, Infinite Windwalk (for even smoother traversal), and other gameplay enhancements while keeping the original storyline intact.
How to get Blade and Soul NEO early access and community competitions
To play Blade and Soul NEO ahead of launch, you’ll need to use NCSOFT’s PURPLE platform. Here’s how it works:
- February 11 – Pre-download the game.
- February 18 – Character Creator unlocks, allowing you to reserve your name and fully customise your character.
- February 25 – Full game release.
If you want to leave your mark on Blade and Soul NEO Two contests are running for 30 days via the Blade and Soul Discord:
- Loading Screen Art Contest – The winning artwork will be featured as an official in-game loading screen.
- Costume Design Contest – The winner’s design will be made into an actual in-game outfit.
You can pre-register for free on the official website to claim extra in-game cosmetics when the game launches. For a full breakdown of each package’s contents, check out the official Blade & Soul website.
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