Nexon's in-development action RPG 'Vindictus: Defying Fate' will launch in 2027. Along with a new cinematic trailer showcasing the game's lore and story, details regarding the combat style of its first original character, Noctia, have also been revealed.
On November 13, Nexon showcased part of Vindictus: Defying Fate's dark fantasy world and story through a new cinematic trailer titled 'Let the Righteous Judge.' Set against the backdrop of a ruined Ayuln, the trailer features player character Lann and Alice exploring the area. Viewers can observe Goblins and the Fomor legion occupying Ayuln throughout the video, alongside narration from a figure who appears to be Luderick.
Ayuln in Vindictus: Defying Fate was once a vibrant city famous for its pumpkins, but it was turned into ruins overnight by a mysterious event, and is now dominated by a dark and desolate atmosphere. In the game, players will uncover the hidden truth of Ayuln alongside Alice.
Additional details about the new character Noctia were also revealed. Noctia is the first original playable character in Vindictus: Defying Fate who did not appear in the original Mabinogi Heroes (Vindictus). Wielding a massive scythe, she features a unique combat style fighting alongside her soul companion, Vespera. Noctia's name and appearance were previously revealed on November 10 via a post on X by Director Dong-seok Oh.
Noctia will be playable for the first time at TwitchCon 2026, held in San Diego, US, from November 13 to 15. On-site attendees can experience the game by choosing one of three characters: the previously revealed Lann and Delia, as well as the newly added fifth character, Noctia. In this hands-on demo, players can experience each character's fast combo attacks and combat action while battling against powerful bosses.
Meanwhile, Nexon announced the PlayStation 5 release of Vindictus: Defying Fate on November 12 alongside an overview trailer. The three-minute trailer offers a brief look at various aspects of the game, from its world to combat and exploration.
Vindictus: Defying Fate is an action RPG in development based on the universe of Mabinogi Heroes. Popular characters from the original game, including Lann, Fiona, Karok, and Delia, appear as playable heroes who battle against Fomors and various monsters inspired by Celtic mythology. The game features unique abilities and combo attacks for each character, combined with RPG progression and customization elements.
Vindictus: Defying Fate is scheduled to launch on PC and PS5 in 2027. Further details about the game can be found on the official website.
