New Delhi, May 31, 2023: RisingWings, an independent studio of KRAFTON, Inc., has released the early access test records for its real-time strategy defense mobile game “Defense Derby”.
The early access test lasted from April 27 to May 11 in India along with Korea, Thailand and Taiwan. The game features a new system and modes such as “Guardian’s Journey”, “Guardian Level” and “Derby Free Fight – Mirror Match”, which were not available in last year’s global pre-release test version. The test made improvement in the overall content and convenience improve the experience of users.
19,600 users participated in the early access test that took place for about two weeks. Total playtime was 81,500 hours, which is nearly three times higher than last year’s global pre-release test. The number of times the core play mode called “Derby Mode (PvP)” was played also increased. Throughout the testing phase, the Derby Mode saw approximately 381,000 playthroughs, with an average of 21 plays per person, indicating a significant preference for this mode.
The users who participated in the early access test expressed their satisfaction with the game in the survey, showing a game satisfaction score of 4.6 out of 5. Most users gave positive reviews. Users chose “Collecting and upgrading/leveling up Heroes and Units” as the most engaging feature of the game, followed by “Derby Mode”, “PvE content” and “Progressing through the Guardian’s Journey”. Aside from these, users also picked “Scouting Units”, which leads players to guess the opponents’ next move and make a bold attempt, as Defense Derby’s unique fun element.
