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Approved for Release: Tencent's Honor of Kings Side Project Makes Debut

by Nicholas Feb 12,2025

Honor of Kings: World, the highly anticipated open-world RPG spin-off of Tencent's popular MOBA, Honor of Kings, has received approval from Chinese regulators. This approval, part of the first batch of 2025 game releases, signals an imminent launch. While a precise release date remains unannounced, the regulatory green light suggests a relatively swift market entry.

True to its name, Honor of Kings: World expands the Honor of Kings universe into a fully explorable open world. Its impressive graphics and open-world gameplay were prominently showcased during the iPhone 16 launch event.

For those unfamiliar, Honor of Kings is a globally renowned MOBA, surpassing even League of Legends in certain regions. Initially limited to China and Asia, its popularity exploded, making Honor of Kings: World a potentially significant title for both existing fans and newcomers to the genre.

ytBeyond the HeadlinesThis approval is significant considering China's previous gaming licensing freeze, which significantly impacted game development and publishing. The recent thawing of restrictions, coupled with a surge in approvals exceeding previous records (as reported by the South China Morning Post), suggests a potential flood of Chinese game releases in 2025.

The sheer volume of approved titles raises questions about potential market saturation and competition. Only time will tell which games will rise to the top. We'll continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available.

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