[Updated at 10:22 AM PDT] The maintenance has been completed and we have extended Cash Shop items for 5 hours. Please restart your Nexon Launcher or Steam to make sure that you get the latest client! Thank you for your patience.

We will be performing a scheduled minor patch Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 5:00 AM PST (8:00 AM EST / 2:00 PM CET / 12:00 AM AEDT January 24). We anticipate the maintenance to last approximately 6 hours, concluding around 11:00 AM PST (2:00 PM EST / 8:00 PM CET / 6:00 AM AEDT January 24).

Times:

Thursday, January 23, 2025
PST (UTC -8): 5:00 AM - 11:00 AM
EST (UTC -5): 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
CET (UTC +1): 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
AEDT (UTC +11): 12:00 AM - 6:00 AM (January 24)

• What will be unavailable:
  
  • All MapleStory game servers.
• Changes and Updates (Additional Changes TBA):
  • MapleStory will be updated to v.256.5.0.
  • Resolved an issue where Zero characters were unable to upgrade Lazuli/Lapis Type 9 to Genesis Lazuli/Lapis in the Weapon Upgrade UI.
  • Resolved an issue where the dropdown menu in the New Name Auction was blocking the name listings.
  • Resolved an issue where Guardian Angel Slime in Ride or Die would sometimes not reappear after completing the slime door mini-game.
  • Resolved an issue where using a Powerful Rebirth Flame on a Scarlet Shoulder would disconnect the player from the game.
  • Resolved an issue where the Bellamoa Damage Skin (Unit) displayed incorrect units.
  • Resolved an issue where the amount of Maple Points received did not match the amount displayed in the New Name Auction.
  • Resolved an issue where the background in Limbo Phase 1 did not change when switching between Specter A and Specter B.
  • Resolved an issue where the processing buttons were misaligned in the End Trade tab of the New Name Auction.
  • Resolved an issue where the text description was missing from Althea's Weapon details.
  • Resolved an issue where the 'Epic Dungeon: Angler Company' was not being displayed on the Maple Planner.

Miracle Winter has returned to get your gear cubed up! During the winter, Miracle Time will be enabled for equipment for specific slots giving you double the chance to Rank-Up your gear once. Each slot will have a miracle window, so keep your eyes peeled for news on upcoming Miracle Time announcements!

On Saturday, January 25, 2025, Maplers on all Worlds will have Miracle Time enabled for Gloves! Cube all your gauntlets, vambraces, mitts, and other hand coverings all-day Saturday with the improved Rank-Up chances!

Note: Miracle Winter dates are in UTC, precise times may differ based on your time zone.
Event Duration:

• PST (UTC -8): Friday, January 24, 2025 4:00 PM - Saturday, January 25, 2025 3:59 PM
• CET (UTC +1): Saturday, January 25, 2025 1:00 AM - Sunday, January 26, 2025 12:59 AM
• AEDT (UTC +11): Saturday, January 25, 2025 11:00 AM - Sunday, January 26, 2025 10:59 AM

Event Details:

• During the noted periods, you will be able to Cube away on Equipment for the Gloves slot with Glowing Cubes, Bright Cubes, and Bonus Glowing Cubes, as well as Bonus Bright Cubes and Violet Cubes if you have them, with double the chance to rank-up equipment once when cubing!
• During the Miracle Time period, using a Cash Cube to upgrade an item to Legendary Rank will activate the "Double Miracle Time Blessing" buff for the map.
• Equipment for other slots does not benefit from this instance of the Miracle Winter event.

• February 1: Hats

 

The MapleStory Worlds Soft Launch rolls on and is now available in Europe and on mobile devices[www.nexon.com]! Introducing an exciting new way to play and create - MapleStory Worlds is here with powerful tools to design your own adventures and enjoy the creations of your fellow Maplers, and Maplers in Europe and on mobile devices can now join the fun!

Learn more at the MapleStory Worlds website[www.nexon.com]!

Immerse yourself in a whole new way to experience MapleStory! MapleStory Worlds is a dynamic platform where Players and Creators unite to explore custom-crafted Worlds and avatars. With robust worldbuilding tools and access to over 30 million MapleStory Assets, Creators can design immersive experiences that captivate players globally - and earn rewards for their unique creations.

Unleash Your Creativity

Discover the stories of our Creators who have transformed their passions into playgrounds! Join this thriving community using the MapleStory Worlds platform to bring diverse visions to life. Learn more in the Creator Center[maplestoryworlds-creators.nexon.com]!

Dive into a Vibrant Community

Experience the nostalgia of old-school MapleStory or dive into vibrant worlds crafted by our very own Creators. Each World available on the platform offers unique adventures and endless excitement! Learn more in the Play Worlds page[maplestoryworlds.nexon.com]!

Join the Creator Circle

Apply for our exclusive Creator Circle! We developed this ongoing monthly program to amplify the work of promising Creators like yourself. Take your world to the next level with promotional and technical support, mentorship from the MapleStory Worlds team, and a $3,500 USD monthly stipend. Learn more in the Creator Circle post[forum.nexon.com]!

Available Regions and Platforms

MapleStory Worlds is now soft-launching in Europe in addition to North and South America. Players in the available regions can also play and create on Windows PC, Mac (Beta), and Mobile platforms! We plan on expanding MapleStory Worlds to additional regions later this year.

[Updated 8:26 PM PST] The maintenance has been completed and we have extended Cash Shop items for 3 hours. Please restart your Nexon Launcher or Steam to make sure that you get the latest client! Thank you for your patience.

We will be performing an unscheduled minor patch today, January 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM PST (9:00 PM EST / 3:00 AM CET January 16 / 1:00 PM AEDT January 16). We anticipate the maintenance to last approximately 3 hours, concluding around 9:00 PM PST (12:00 AM EST January 16 / 6:00 AM CET January 16 / 4:00 PM AEDT January 16).

Times:

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
PST (UTC -8): 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
EST (UTC -5): 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM January 16
CET (UTC +1): 3:00 AM January 16 - 6:00 AM January 16
AEDT (UTC +11): 1:00 PM January 16 - 4:00 PM January 16

• What will be unavailable:
  • All MapleStory game servers.
• Changes and updates:
• MapleStory will be updated to v.256.4.0.
• Temporarily disable the use of Karma Bright Cube obtained from the Champion Burning Double Up Coin Shop on any equipped item.
• We are currently investigating this issue, and further details regarding the resolution for players affected by the use of Karma Bright Cubes from the Champion Burning Double Up Coin Shop will be announced in the future. Therefore, we recommend refraining from using additional cubes on the affected equipment items. We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for your understanding.

[maplestory.nexon.net]A Trip Down Maple Lane is back with a permanent home on the MapleStory website[www.nexon.com]!

In prior years, the Maple Lane page was available to display your achievements and activities only for the past year of fun. While we're keeping that tradition going, we're also letting you look back on previous years as well, letting you compare your stats in 2024 with what you did in 2023, 2022, and 2021 as well!

Take a look back on your 2024 and beyond in MapleStory with A Trip Down Maple Lane[www.nexon.com], share the cards you've earned with your friends, and join us throughout 2025 for more fun in MapleStory!

 

Angler Company, the great arms merchant of Grandis, has taken an important prisoner to their hidden undersea hideout. Play as Senya in this new Epic Dungeon and dive beneath the waves to rescue Cosim and uncover the Angler Company's deep secrets!

Throughout the Epic Dungeon, you'll control Senya, and use her set of abilities to delve within the hostile facility, swarming with enemies to fight and control systems to overcome. You have only one hour to reach the end, charging energy gauges to advance through the stages. Successfully defeat the boss and earn EXP, Sol Erda, and more waiting for you when you clear the Epic Dungeon!

• PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 4:00 PM - Ongoing
• CET (UTC +1): Thursday, January 16, 2025 1:00 AM - Ongoing
• AEDT (UTC +11): Thursday, January 16, 2025 11:00 AM - Ongoing

Requirement: Lv. 270 and above characters who have completed the ‘[Odium] Hundun Laid to Rest’ and ‘[Epic Dungeon] Sun God Mitra’ quests.

• Accept the ‘[Epic Dungeon] Angler Company’ quest by talking to Selazar located at Residential District in Odium.
  • Alternatively, select ‘Epic Dungeon: Angler Company’ in the Special Contents tab of the Maple Guide and click ‘Move’ to teleport directly to Selazar.
• Upon completing the quest, speak to Selazar again to begin the Story Mode where you’ll play as Senya Angler.
  • Progress and completion are saved per character.
  • Once Story Mode is completed on one character, you can skip it for other characters within the same world.
• After completing Story Mode, talk to Selazar to access the Angler Company dungeon.

• Within a 1-hour time limit, complete 8 stages by defeating monsters and bypassing systems.
  
  • Charge the energy gauge to advance through the stages.
  • Boss battles occur at Stage 4 and the final stage.
• Special skills are available to help assist you through your journey with the Angler Company:
• Clear the Angler Company Epic Dungeon to receive the following rewards:
  • EXP
  • Sol Erda: Untradable, 30-day duration.
  • Dense Sol Erda Energy: Untradable, 30-day duration.
  • Heroic Worlds
    • Sol Erda Fragment (x55): Untradable, Permanent.
  • Interactive Worlds
    • Sol Erda Fragment (x10): Transferable within world, Permanent.
• Interactive Worlds: Receive extra rewards by purchasing Bonus Rewards for 10,000 Maple Points or Special Bonus Rewards for 40,000 Maple Points. The following rewards will be given: 
  • Sol Erda Bonus Rewards
    • Sol Erda (x4): Untradable, 30-day duration.
    • Dense Sol Erda Energy (x4): Untradable, 30-day duration.
    • Sol Erda Fragment (x20): Transferable within world, Permanent.
  • EXP Bonus Rewards
    • Bonus EXP (x4) 
    • Sol Erda Fragment (x20): Transferable within world, Permanent.
  • Sol Erda Special Bonus Rewards
    • Sol Erda (x8): Untradable, 30-day duration.
    • Dense Sol Erda Energy (x8): Untradable, 30-day duration.
    • Sol Erda Fragment (x40): Transferable within world, Permanent.
  • EXP Special Bonus Rewards
    • Bonus EXP (x8)
    • Sol Erda Fragment (x40): Transferable within world, Permanent.

Note: You can enter and clear the Angler Company Epic Dungeon once a week per account and only with one character. Choose wisely as you can only enter either High Mountain or Angler Company, but not both.

• The following Angler Company dungeon achievements have been added:
  • [Epic Dungeon] The Company’s Secret
  • [Epic Dungeon] Diving Newbie
  • [Epic Dungeon] Intermediate Diver
  • [Epic Dungeon] Expert Diver
• The ‘Complete Angler Company Quest’ mission has been added to the Legion Artifact Special Missions tab.

Note: Entry count and dungeon progress resets every Thursday at 12:00 AM UTC.

Ready to trade names? Sell off your characters' old names or find a new one with this special opportunity! Names will be available to buy or sell with Maple Points over the next four weeks. Check out the full details below!
Event Duration:

• PST (UTC -8): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Tuesday, February 11, 2025 3:59 PM
• CET (UTC +1): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, February 12, 2025 12:59 AM
• AEDT (UTC +11): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, February 12, 2025 10:59 AM

Event Details:

• You can enter the New Name Auction by selecting 'New Name Auction' from the Event List and clicking ‘Participate’ or you can speak with Mr. Newname, located in major towns like Henesys.
• Requirement: Lv. 10 and above characters (Zero characters that completed Story Quest Act 2).
• You will be able to make transactions from Interactive and Heroic worlds!
• Completed trade history is stored until June 10 at 11:59 PM UTC. Names and Maple Points from sales that aren't claimed during the storage period will disappear so make sure you claim them before then!
• You can have up to 5 character name transactions (selling or bidding).
• Now, let’s start off by reviewing some major auction terms that you’ll need know before you begin!

• Now that you know the terminology, we can go over how to sell and bid on character names.

How to Sell Character Names:

• Enter the New Name Auction and start by entering your desired bid, duration, and a new character name.
  • Please note that character names that have started selling cannot be canceled or changed midway.
  • The minimum bid starts at 50,000 Maple Points, and the registration deposit and name change fee are deducted at the time of registration.

• You can keep tabs on your current sale of character names by clicking the [Selling] button in the ‘Your Trades’ tab.
• When the character name sale is finished, you can check the results by clicking the [End Trade] button in the 'Your Trades' tab.
  • Transaction fees of 30% are deducted at the time of payment collection.
  • Registration deposits are refunded if the sale is successful.
  • If the registered character name was not sold, you can pay an additional registration deposit and re-list the name for sale or you can either return or claim your name back.
  • Name change fees are non-refundable regardless of whether the sale was successful or not.
  • You can claim your payment for the sold character name by clicking the [Collect] button in the ‘End Trade’ tab.
• Character names that were won while the New Name Auction was open, cannot be re-sold during the event period. 

How to Purchase Character Names:

• Need to get a hold of that name? Head to the ‘New Name Auction’ UI and search for the character name you want in the search bar at the top left, or you can look through other name options from the ‘Character Names for Sale’ from the search tab.
• Enter your desired bid amount and submit.
  • The bidding price must be increased by at least the minimum bid amount.
  • If your bid is unsuccessful, both the bid deposit and the name change fee will be refunded to you. Although, you will not be able to cancel after placing your bid.
  • You can keep tabs on your current character bids by clicking the [Bidding] button in the ‘Your Trades’ tab.

• In the ‘Bidding’ tab, you can see the current highest bid for each available character name. If your bid is the highest, it will be labeled 'Highest Bid.' If another player bids higher, you can either increase your bid or back out.
• If you have won the Highest Bid, you can claim the name in the ‘End Trade’ tab.
  • Upon claiming the character name, your currently logged-in character's name will be immediately updated. The previous name will be permanently removed.
  • After your name change, you'll have to wait a week before you can change your new name with Mr. Newname.
  • Please note that once the change is complete, you cannot restore your previous name.

Please note:

• The New Name Auction is unavailable in Burning World. Character names that break the naming policy will have their transaction forcefully canceled or changed.
• The name change fees and deposits will not be refunded. You can find other 'New Name Auction' related notes in the 'Please check all cautions' tab.

Double it and give it to the next person? Let’s take it further - double the rewards for not just one but two characters at once! Set one character as your Leader and benefit two other characters at the same time, tripling the EXP you're earning overall and earning special rewards from the Champion Burning Coin Shop as well, featuring a selection of items to help your boosted characters keep their gear in top shape!

• PST/PDT (UTC -8/-7): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Tuesday, March 18, 2025 4:59 PM
• CET (UTC +1): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, March 19, 2025 12:59 AM
• AEDT (UTC +11): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, March 19, 2025 10:59 AM

Event Details:

• Requirements: Lv. 101 and above characters who have completed the ‘[Champion Burning] Your Champion and Mine’ quest (Zero characters that completed Story Quest Act 2).
• Select ‘Champion Burning’ from the Event List and click ‘Participate’ to start the Champion Burning Double Up event.
  • Alternatively, accept the ‘[Champion Burning] Your Champion and Mine’ quest by talking to Dame Appropriation.
• Participation is limited to one world per account, so choose wisely!

Designating Characters:

• Open the Champion Burning UI and press the ‘Designate’ button.
• The first Champion designated becomes the Leader, and 2 other characters can be designated as Champions.
  • The Leader can be changed once a week from your designated Champions.
  • When switching Leaders, any unused Double Up EXP Points from the current Leader will be lost.

• Once designated, there will be a visual effect where Champions are following the Leader. The effect activates automatically when changing maps or logging back in.
  • This effect can be toggled on/off through the Skills UI in the Beginner’s tab.

Note: If the Leader has World Leaped, a different character can be designated as the Leader in Burning World to participate in the event again.

Double Up EXP Points:

• When the Leader defeats monsters near their level (20 levels below and 20 levels above), the other Champions receive 1 Double Up EXP Point for every monster defeated.
  • Monster defeats only count when in a solo party or not in a party at all.
  • Monster defeats will count when summoning monsters with VIP Booster.
• Double Up EXP Points are evenly distributed among the Champions, with a weekly cap of 100,000 points.
• Log in as each Champion to claim and use the earned EXP points.
  • Double Up EXP Points can be used on Mega Burning, Tera Burning, and Hyper Burning characters.

Note: If the Leader has World Leaped and the remaining Champions in Burning World are not transferred, those Champions cannot use Double Up EXP Points or access the Double Up Coin Shop.

Double Up Coins:

• The Leader can complete Double Up check-ins to earn Double Up Coins by defeating 2,000 monsters near their level (20 levels above or 20 levels below).
  • Check-in 3 times a week, up to a total of 24 times.
  • Only the Leader can click the ‘Claim’ check-in button.
  • Monster defeats only count when in a solo party or not in a party at all.
• For each check-in, all Champions receive 2,500 Double Up Coins.
  • Coins and purchases in the Double Up Coin Shop are saved for existing Champions but are not shared among characters.
• Spend 3,000 Maple Points to use a Double Up Pass for missed check-in days.
  • All Champions will receive 2,500 Double Up Coins, for each Double Up Pass used.

Note: Double Up EXP Points and Double Up Check-in weekly records reset every Thursday at 12:00 AM UTC.

• PST/PDT (UTC -8/-7): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Tuesday, March 18, 2025 4:59 PM
• CET (UTC +1): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, March 19, 2025 12:59 AM
• AEDT (UTC +11): Wednesday, January 15, 2025 (End of Maintenance) - Wednesday, March 19, 2025 10:59 AM

Event Details:

• Open the Champion Burning UI and press the ‘Open Shop’ button to open the shop.
• Requirements: Lv. 101 and above characters designated as Champion (Zero characters that completed Story Quest Act 2).
• Double Up Coins are specific to each Champion character and the quantity limit for items are limited to individual purchases per character. The quantity limit isn’t shared with all Champions together; it is instead applied for each individual Champion character.

 

Miracle Winter has returned to get your gear cubed up! During the winter, Miracle Time will be enabled for equipment for specific slots giving you double the chance to Rank-Up your gear once. Each slot will have a miracle window, so keep your eyes peeled for news on upcoming Miracle Time announcements!

On Saturday, January 18, 2025, Maplers on all Worlds will have Miracle Time enabled for Face Accessories, Eye Accessories, Pendants, Shoulders, Rings, Earrings, Belts, Badges, Emblems, and Android Hearts! Cube all of these critical stat-boosting items all-day Saturday with the improved Rank-Up chances!

Note: Miracle Winter dates are in UTC, precise times may differ based on your time zone.
Event Duration:

• PST (UTC -8): Friday, January 17, 2025 4:00 PM - Saturday, January 18, 2025 3:59 PM
• CET (UTC +1): Saturday, January 18, 2025 1:00 AM - Sunday, January 19, 2025 12:59 AM
• AEDT (UTC +11): Saturday, January 18, 2025 11:00 AM - Sunday, January 19, 2025 10:59 AM

Event Details:

• During the noted periods, you will be able to Cube away on Equipment for the Face Accessory, Eye Accessory, Pendant, Shoulder, Ring, Earring, Belt, Badge, Emblem, and Android Heart slots with Glowing Cubes, Bright Cubes, and Bonus Glowing Cubes, as well as Bonus Bright Cubes and Violet Cubes if you have them, with double the chance to rank-up equipment once when cubing!
• During the Miracle Time period, using a Cash Cube to upgrade an item to Legendary Rank will activate the "Double Miracle Time Blessing" buff for the map.
• Equipment for other slots does not benefit from this instance of the Miracle Winter event.

• January 25: Gloves
• February 1: Hats