Kakao Games has announced a new release window for Chrono Odyssey, the highly anticipated open-world MMORPG. The game is now scheduled for Q4 2026, moving away from its previously estimated launch in the second half of 2025.
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The announcement was made during an official corporate presentation in which Kakao Games shared an updated roadmap of upcoming titles. Chrono Odyssey appeared alongside other in-development projects like ArcheAge Chronicle and Project Q, all now set for release next year.
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The delay follows the outcome of the closed global beta held in June 2025. While the game was praised for its world-building, artistic direction, and combat mechanics, several critical areas for improvement were also identified. These include client optimization, overall usability, and technical performance.
Han Sang-woo, CEO of Kakao Games, explained that the high level of public interest, particularly from Western audiences, has raised the bar for the development team:
“If we can meet the quality expectations of our players, the chances for long-term success will be much higher.”
Chrono Studio, the game’s developer, is already working on a broad range of improvements that will include adjustments to gameplay, class balance, open-world design, accessibility, and performance. The goal is clear: to deliver an experience worthy of the excitement the community has shown so far.
Although the delay may disappoint some fans, the decision aims to ensure a more polished and complete launch, aligned with the growing expectations surrounding this ambitious MMORPG.
