MapleStory News

Winter's still here for a while longer, so join us for some new Hot Weeks and a Bonus Bright Cube Daily Deal this weekend! Pick up some Bonus Bright Cubes this Saturday on Interactive worlds, and get special rewards just by logging in every day over the following two weeks!
[h2]Bonus Bright Cube Daily Deal[/h2]

• PST (UTC -8): Saturday, January 25, 2025 12:00 AM - Saturday, January 25, 2025 11:59 PM
• CET (UTC +1): Saturday, January 25, 2025 9:00 AM - Sunday, January 26, 2025 8:59 AM
• AEDT (UTC +11): Saturday, January 25, 2025 7:00 PM - Sunday, January 26, 2025 6:59 PM

Available in Interactive worlds only:

• Bonus Bright Cube
  • Price: 3,500 NX
  • Duration: 7 Days

[h2]Hot Week Giveaway[/h2]
Event Details:

• Log onto MapleStory during each day to earn a special Hot Week box package, plus a special reward on Sunday if you log in all seven days!
• Requirements: Requirement: Lv. 101 and above. (Zero characters must have completed Story Quest Act 2). Account must have been created before the day's giveaway began.
• All giveaway start at 12:00 AM UTC on the noted day, and end at 12:00 AM UTC on the following day. Please check your local time zone for exact times.
• Hot Week boxes can be obtained once per account.
• Unopened Hot Week boxes will expire at 9:00 AM UTC on the following day.
• Hot Week boxes are not tradable.

Week 1 Event Rewards:

• Monday, January 27, 2025: Hot Week Box - Mon, which contains:
  • Mystical Familiar Card (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • VIP Booster (3): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Tuseday, January 28, 2025: Hot Week Box - Tue, which contains:
  • Solid Cube (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Spiegelette's Golden Strawberry Farm One-Time Entry Pass (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Wednesday, January 29, 2025: Hot Week Box - Wed, which contains:
  • Experience Nodestone (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Otherworldly Sun Generator (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Thursday, January 30, 2025: Hot Week Box - Thu, which contains:
  • Special Medal of Honor (20): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Legendary Circulator (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Friday, January 31, 2025: Hot Week Box - Fri, which contains:
  • Arcane/Sacred Symbol Selector Coupon (50/10) (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Bright Cube Coupon (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Saturday, February 1, 2025: Hot Week Box - Sat, which contains:
  • Beauty Salon Slot Expansion Coupon (1): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Magnificent Growth Potion (1): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Sunday, February 2, 2025: Hot Week Box - Sun, which contains:
  • Sol Erda/Sol Erda Fragment Selector Coupon (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • (Interactive Worlds Only) Bonus Bright Cube Coupon (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • (Heroic Worlds Only) Karma Black Rebirth Flame (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Week 1 Bonus Reward: Collect all Hot Week Boxes from January 27 - February 2 to also obtain:
  • Inspector Inkwell and Dr. Lim Chair: Tradable within the same account, Permanent.

Week 2 Event Rewards:

• Monday, February 3, 2025: Hot Week Box - Mon, which contains:
  • Mystical Familiar Card (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • VIP Booster (3): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Tuseday, February 4, 2025: Hot Week Box - Tue, which contains:
  • Solid Cube (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Spiegelette's Golden Strawberry Farm One-Time Entry Pass (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Wednesday, February 5, 2025: Hot Week Box - Wed, which contains:
  • Experience Nodestone (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Otherworldly Sun Generator (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Thursday, February 6, 2025: Hot Week Box - Thu, which contains:
  • Special Medal of Honor (20): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Legendary Circulator (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Friday, February 7, 2025: Hot Week Box - Fri, which contains:
  • Arcane/Sacred Symbol Selector Coupon (50/10) (2): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Bright Cube Coupon (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Saturday, February 8, 2025: Hot Week Box - Sat, which contains:
  • Beauty Salon Slot Expansion Coupon (1): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • Magnificent Growth Potion (1): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Sunday, February 9, 2025: Hot Week Box - Sun, which contains:
  • Sol Erda/Sol Erda Fragment Selector Coupon (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • (Interactive Worlds Only) Bonus Bright Cube Coupon (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
  • (Heroic Worlds Only) Karma Black Rebirth Flame (5): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.
• Week 2 Bonus Reward: Collect all Hot Week Boxes from February 3 - February 9 to also obtain:
  • Gold Inspector Coin x1 Coupon (30): Tradable within the same account, 7-day duration.

[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! 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!

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[h2]What is MapleStory Worlds?[/h2]
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!

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!

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!

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.