In a market dominated by large international studios and 3D games, a group of Brazilian developers decided to go against the grain. The result of this boldness is Drakantos , an MMORPG created by Wingeon Game Studios , which combines nostalgic pixel art , dynamic combat and innovative mechanics , attracting the attention of players worldwide.
A 100% Brazilian MMORPG
What makes Drakantos so special is not just its retro style or its fluid combat system, but the fact that it's a game entirely developed in Brazil , by a team of about 20 people passionate about online RPGs .
Inspired by titles such as Ragnarok Online , Tibia , and Chrono Trigger , the game seeks to capture the essence of classic MMOs, but with a modern approach: unique heroes, horizontal progression, and gameplay without "pay to win".
During the Closed Beta , the game received over 300,000 registrations and reached 10,000 simultaneous players , surprising even its creators—especially due to its unexpected success in Japan.
Unique heroes and intense battles
Unlike traditional MMOs, Drakantos does not use a fixed class system. Instead, the player chooses from 21 playable heroes , each with their own style, backstory, and abilities.
These heroes can be customized with orbs and artifacts , items that completely alter how their abilities work and allow the player to change their role at any time — from tank to support or DPS, for example.
The team's goal is to ensure dynamic, strategic, and accessible gameplay , eliminating long queues and encouraging player creativity.
No pay-to-win and focused on the community.
The game director, known as Frost , highlighted in a recent interview that Drakantos will be free to play optional and affordable subscription model , similar to that of Albion Online .
No battle passes or paid perks: all progress will be earned within the game. Wingeon's philosophy is simple — reward effort, not money .
Furthermore, the studio is committed to listening to the community. Several feedback points from the beta, such as input lag and the "tile" movement system, are already being adjusted to make combat even smoother.
From Brazil to the world
With a setting inspired by The Lord of the Rings and medieval fantasy worlds, Drakantos combines Western and Eastern references , with charismatic characters and richly detailed settings.
The game also features competitive PvP systems , guilds, pets, dynamic dungeons , a day and night cycle, and even a customizable housing . All this with the charm and challenge that only a passion-made MMO can offer.
Launch
The official launch of Drakantos is scheduled for 2026 , with the possibility of early access later this year .
Whether it's the boldness of Wingeon Game Studios or the nostalgia that pixel art evokes, Drakantos shows that Brazil is ready to shine among the big names in MMORPGs .
It's a project made with soul, by gamers — and for gamers .
