Ragnarok V: Returns

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Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds

Ragnarok V: Returns is a recent entry in the long-running Ragnarok franchise by Gravity, oriented around mobile and online RPG gameplay. However, it has not achieved the mainstream popularity of the original Ragnarok Online and has seen mixed reviews since launch. As an online RPG, it likely retains a modest daily population, predominantly in SEA and South Korea, but not on the scale of its predecessor. A conservative estimate would be a few thousand daily players, mainly due to franchise loyalty and regional support.

Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds is a mobile and PC MMOARPG published by Netmarble, released in mid-2021. It had a major launch, leveraging both the Ni no Kuni IP from Level-5 and gacha/MMO mechanics. The game peaked high but, like most mobile MMOs, saw significant player count decreases after the initial year. In 2024, it retains a dedicated but much smaller global player base, with estimated daily active users likely in the 50,000–100,000 range, especially due to its presence in Asia. Major publisher support and continued updates help maintain its relevance.