Ex-Blizzard Vets Announce Legacy: Steel and Sorcery Early Access Date
A group of former World of Warcraft developers, veterans who spent over a decade shaping Blizzard’s iconic MMO, have teamed up to build a new fantasy world of their own. Their upcoming title, Legacy: Steel and Sorcery, was a standout during Steam Next Fest last year, and fans of the fledgling “extraction” genre have been eagerly awaiting more details. Good news: publisher and developer Iron Oak Foundry has confirmed the game is launching in Early Access on February 12, 2025, with a price tag of $24.99. This Early Access release on Steam will give players a chance to explore the world of Mithrigarde well before its full release.
While the “extraction” format has become increasingly popular thanks to titles that blend PvE and PvP, the team behind Legacy: Steel and Sorcery aims to carve out a unique spot in the genre. Their game blends class-core multiplayer RPG progression and crafting with an MMO twist on PvP—all presented through a third-person perspective. For gamers who love fantasy settings populated by ogres, warriors, rogues, and magicians, this is a chance to jump into an epic environment that blends World of Warcraft’s cooperative play style with the high stakes of an extraction shooter.
Solo or Squad Play
Solo Play: Want to go it alone? You can explore Mithrigarde and fight through hordes of monsters by yourself, though the journey will be more challenging without allies.
Party of Three: Alternatively, you can form a group of up to three players, pooling your resources and skills to tackle bigger threats, collect elusive loot, and protect each other from rival teams.
In either mode, your mission is straightforward but risky: find forgotten treasures, scavenge for supplies, and bring them safely back to your base. Easier said than done, given the number of monsters, traps, and other players eager to ambush you before you escape.
Foundational MMO Elements
Despite the extraction focus, Legacy: Steel and Sorcery doesn’t skimp on MMO-style features. Players can expect:
Looting: Gather resources, gear, and magical trinkets from the environment and fallen foes.
Character Progression: Level up, gain new abilities, and enhance your hero to become a formidable force in combat.
PvP Engagement: Square off against other teams vying for treasure, or plan stealthy strategies to avoid confrontation while you secure loot.
Class Diversity: The developers hint that new classes such as a Wizard and Paladin will arrive post-launch, increasing build variety and tactical depth.
This expansive list of features echoes the developers’ MMO pedigree while introducing the tense, high-reward stakes typical of an extraction game. The official trailer provides a taste of the action, showcasing the blend of third-person melee combat, spellcasting, and frantic escapes with treasure in tow.
The team’s Founding Player strategy aims to engage the community from the outset. Those who purchase the Early Access version can directly influence the game’s direction, from class design to map layouts and future game modes. This inclusive approach is unsurprising given the developers’ MMO roots, where community feedback often shapes core gameplay elements over time. Some early ideas include:
Introducing Classes: Players can already anticipate upcoming additions like the Wizard and Paladin, expanding the roster of playstyles.
New Maps: Expansive new areas of Mithrigarde are in the works.
Additional Modes: Expect more thematic gameplay experiences that might deviate from the main extraction loop, offering alternate ways to engage with the fantasy world.
With the expertise of ex-Blizzard veterans, Legacy: Steel and Sorcery has garnered attention for its potential depth, lore, and refined gameplay systems. The extraction angle sets it apart in a sea of conventional MMOs and co-op RPGs, promising high-stakes loot runs and collaborative synergy reminiscent of World of Warcraft’s dungeon raids—only now with the added twist of extracting precious finds under pressure from enemies and other players alike.
Will Legacy: Steel and Sorcery’s unique blend of MMO progression and high-risk extraction appeal to fans of both genres, or do you think the game’s identity might get lost in the fusion? Let us know if you’re planning to delve into Mithrigarde this February!
