Cinder City, formerly known as Project LLL, finally received a new gameplay trailer at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025, giving fans a fresh look at what NCSoft’s ambitious post-apocalyptic MMO has to offer. After years of limited updates, the highly anticipated title is once again in the spotlight with intense third-person shooting, massive boss encounters, and large-scale cooperative combat.
From Project LLL to Cinder City
NCSoft originally announced Project LLL in 2022 with a slow-paced teaser highlighting visuals and gunplay. Earlier this week, the game officially received its new title, Cinder City, ahead of its Gamescom showcase. Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game promises top-tier graphics and smooth shooting mechanics in a futuristic, post-apocalyptic version of Seoul, Korea.
A Glimpse Into the Gameplay
The Cinder City gameplay trailer revealed a variety of combat scenarios. Players were shown engaging in firefights with high-tech weapons, piloting mech suits, flying helicopters, and driving vehicles across urban wastelands. While PvP remains unconfirmed, NCSoft has emphasized PvE battles in all trailers so far, suggesting that cooperative content will be at the heart of the experience.
MMO Elements and World Boss Fights
One of the trailer’s biggest surprises was the reveal of a large-scale raid-style battle. Dozens of players, mechs, and vehicles joined forces to take down a colossal mech towering over the city. The fight resembled MMO raid bosses seen in titles like World of Warcraft, signaling that The Game may feature challenging cooperative encounters with high-stakes rewards.
Platforms and Release
While no release date has been announced, NCSoft confirmed that Cinder City is in development for both PC and major consoles. With its mix of MMO progression, open-world exploration, and action-packed shooter mechanics, Cinder City is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious online multiplayer games on the horizon.