Dragon Nest

Dragon Nest

Eyedentity Games Inc. · December 18, 2012 · Free to Play, Action, RPG, Anime, Massively Multiplayer

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About Dragon Nest

✦ AI summary

Slash through hordes of enemies in lightning-fast, skill-based combat from a dynamic over-the-shoulder perspective that blends console action game feel with MMO depth. Battle epic bosses across challenging dungeons and NESTSlair raids while choosing from nine distinct character classes, each offering unique playstyles and progression paths.

Dragon Nest is an online action role-playing game that combines the blazingly fast combat and visually stunning attacks of a console game with the epic story and role-playing elements of classic MMORPGs. What makes Dragon Nest unique among action RPGs is the third-person, over-the-shoulder perspective. This provides both a unique combat “feel” reminiscent of first-person shooters and lets players enjoy the graceful and ferociously vicious combat moves of the characters.

Key Features



Lightning Fast Combat:
Unlike any other role-playing game, Dragon Nest features a refreshingly fast-paced, non-targeting, twitch-based combat system where the action never lets up. Be light on your feet and string together devastating combos as hordes upon hordes of enemies surround you, or when facing off against other players online in intense PvP skirmishes.

Epic Boss Battles:
Each of Dragon Nest's various dungeons has a massive monster guarding its prize. Minotaurs, dragons, demons, trolls - these are just some of the horrors you'll face. Special dungeons called NESTS act as multi-stage lairs for some of the most intense and challenging boss battles, but the harder the fight, the greater the rewards.

Choose Your Hero:
Dragon Nest features nine robust character classes to choose from, each with their own distinct strengths and abilities. Whether you're a ranged fighter, a close combat brawler, or a skilled mage, Dragon Nest has you covered. 32 jobs are waiting for your choice and you can easily level up our heroes.
When you reach the Max level, you finally play the our proud core - contents, Dragon Nest.
Also various contents will provide deep and worthful experience to all of you.

Dragon Nest — game info

Platforms
Windows
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Player modes
Single-player, Co-op
PC Game Pass
Not included

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Aug 13, 2026
I swear this game gets good once you learn to let go, be free and free your mind from your body
2 found this helpful
Recommended Jul 24, 2026
Dragon Nest remains one of my all-time favorite RPGs, and even after all these years, it still stands out as one of the best action RPGs ever made. Few games manage to combine fast-paced combat, memorable dungeons, and a charming fantasy world as well as Dragon Nest does. The combat is what truly sets it apart. Every class feels unique, and the action is fluid, responsive, and skill-based. Instead of simply clicking through enemies, you have to dodge, chain combos, and master your abilities, making every battle exciting and rewarding. The world is colorful and full of personality, with memorable characters, engaging storylines, and beautifully designed environments. Whether you're exploring dungeons, taking on challenging nests, or teaming up with friends for raids, there's always something fun to do. What makes Dragon Nest one of the top RPGs is how satisfying its progression feels. Unlocking new skills, upgrading gear, and perfecting your build gives you a real sense of accomplishment. The cooperative gameplay also creates unforgettable moments, especially when tackling difficult bosses with friends. Even today, Dragon Nest holds a special place in my heart. It's a game that …
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Not recommended Sep 27, 2026
What a bad game, cannot play with my partner because they will only allow one account creation within the same IP per 24 hours. Really ignorant system. Do not play.
Recommended Sep 9, 2026
...its Dragon Nest
Not recommended Sep 4, 2026
*These Are Just my thoughts while after beating/shelving the game* IMO: In my 12hrs of this game there was not much that I can say that was revolutionary. This game is definitely showing its age and it being a older MMORPG. This game all around is fun to play for a few hours a day but for me the game devs know this game is basically dead or in life support. As they provide items to help you level up fast and get to more end game faster and that is all dandy and such but then makes all story missions easy to plow through. I stopped playing when the game asked me to go into a dungeon that needs 2 plays. I am mainly a solo player. This game is fun but I have a decent back log so decided to call it there. The story is okay and interesting but will say, at some point the English VA will change back to the Korean VA’s which is disorientating since you get used to the English VA for the first half of the story. From what I researched this games original devs have left and a second dragon nest game was made called Dragon Nest 2: Evolution. This game seems to have not lasted long since it launched in July 20, 2023 and all servers shut down in November 10, 2025. The OG dev’s have made a g…
Not recommended Jun 23, 2026
its fun but the fatigue system needs to be removed. cant enjoy the game if you are limited to play.

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