Swords of Legends Online VS Legends of IdleOn

Swords of Legends Online is an MMORPG released in 2018, developed by Wangyuan Shengtang and published in the West by Gameforge. While the game initially launched with some attention due to its Chinese fantasy theme and strong visuals, it struggled to maintain a Western audience, with reports of server merges and declining population within a few years. As of 2024, the player base is likely minimal, but dedicated fans may keep a few hundred daily active players remaining, particularly in Asian markets. Its lifecycle trends reflect a sharp drop after launch, typical of niche MMOs without major ongoing expansions or international momentum.

Legends of IdleOn is a well-known idle MMORPG-style game released by indie developer LavaFlame2 in 2020. While it is not published by a major studio, it has maintained an active and dedicated community across multiple platforms (PC, Android, iOS). Its blend of MMORPG mechanics and idle gameplay has led to a steady, though niche, following, with daily active players likely around 10,000 based on player metrics from Steam, mobile downloads, and community engagement on Reddit and Discord. The persistent online world and large-scale player interactions do meet MMO criteria.