With over 300 million global downloads across the Ragnarok franchise, the latest installment, Ragnarok: The Beginning (仙境传说：初心), announced that it has secured an ISBN code from the Chinese government on January 21, 2025.

The Significance of the ISBN Code Approval

Securing an ISBN code in China is no small feat. It represents government approval for distribution and is a pivotal step in launching games in the country’s tightly regulated market. This also marks the fact that the company can now launch a global release if it wishes to do so. For Gravity Co., Ltd., this approval continues their impressive streak, following the success of titles like:

• Ragnarok Origin (仙境传说：爱如初见) in 2023
• Ragnarok X: Next Generation (仙境传说：新启航) in 2023
• Ragnarok Online (仙境传说起源) in February 2024
• Ragnarok Dawn (仙境传说：破晓) in June 2024
• Ragnarok: Rebirth (仙境传说：重生) in December 2024

A Seamless World and Immersive Gameplay

Set in a post-Ragnarok universe, Ragnarok: The Beginning offers:

• Seamless Maps: Say goodbye to regional loading screens, enabling smooth exploration.
• 3D Open-Field Environments: Enhanced by a dynamic weather system, players can immerse themselves in stunning landscapes.
• Character Customization: The game introduces 2D rendering textures combined with diverse material expressions, allowing players to create unique avatars.
• Dynamic Combat: An advanced action system enhances impact and skill combinations for more engaging battles.

Unveiled as Project Abyss at G-Star 2024, the game received critical acclaim for its high-quality graphics, diverse content exploration, and nnovative skill combination systems. Gravity’s CEO stated, “As expectations were shown during G-Star 2024 for Ragnarok: The Beginning, we are planning to introduce a high-quality, large-scale game. We look forward to your continued interest and support.”