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MapleStory Classic World: launch date, Founder's Access and classes

Global MapleStory Classic World launches on October 21, 2026, with Founder's Access from October 6. This page lists the reported launch dates, the four classes and the changes from regular MapleStory, with sources. It is an unofficial fan page.

Quick facts

Launch

October 21, 2026

Grand Launch of Global MapleStory Classic World. Founder's Access starts October 6, 2026; Founder's Packages have been on sale since September 2.

Platforms

PC

One report lists Windows and macOS. The sources we checked do not say which launcher it uses.

Classes

4 classes

Warrior, Magician, Bowman and Thief, the original four.

Version feel

Old-school

Described as a faithful recreation of the pre-Big Bang era, with a more relaxed levelling system and more emphasis on social play.

What is reported about the game

Facts restate Nexon's launch announcement as reported by GosuGamers, MMOHuts and MonsterVine, plus the community MapleStory Wiki. Tamedex has not played Classic World, so there are no tested leveling routes, job rankings or tips here.

  • Old-school MapleStory

    The wiki calls it a faithful recreation of the old-school game. GosuGamers describes the pre-Big Bang era of roughly 2003 to 2010, with a more laid-back levelling system, simpler class options and mechanics, and a greater emphasis on social interaction.

  • Classes

    Four classes are playable: Warrior, Magician, Bowman and Thief.

  • Changes from the original

    According to the MapleStory Wiki, quest requirements were modified, the Hands stat was replaced with critical rate and critical damage, party item pickup rights can be customised, and Archer skills such as Holy Arrow and Fire Arrow were enhanced.

  • Places

    GosuGamers names Maple Island and Victoria Island among the locations.

Timeline

  1. Announced

    The MapleStory Wiki says Classic World was first announced in April 2025.

  2. First closed online test

    The wiki lists the first closed online test as April 14 to 24, 2026.

  3. Second closed online test

    The wiki lists the second closed online test as August 4 to 12, 2026.

  4. Founder's Packages on sale

    MMOHuts reports Founder's Packages went on sale on September 2, and that they include Founder's Access.

  5. Founder's Access begins

    Players with a Founder's Package can start playing. MMOHuts reports that progress made during Founder's Access carries into Grand Launch.

  6. Grand Launch

    Global MapleStory Classic World officially launches, per Nexon's announcement.

MapleStory Classic World FAQ

When does MapleStory Classic World launch?

Global MapleStory Classic World officially launches on October 21, 2026. Founder's Access starts October 6, 2026 for players who bought a Founder's Package, which went on sale on September 2.

Is MapleStory Classic World free to play?

The sources we checked do not state the pricing model or the Founder's Package prices, so Tamedex cannot confirm whether the game is free to play. Check Nexon's official page before buying a package.

Does my progress carry over from Founder's Access?

MMOHuts reports that progress made during Founder's Access carries directly into Grand Launch.

What classes are in Classic World?

Four: Warrior, Magician, Bowman and Thief.

What platforms is it on?

GosuGamers lists PC (Windows and macOS). The sources we checked do not say whether it uses Steam or the Nexon launcher, and we found no Steam store page for it.

How is it different from regular MapleStory?

It recreates the old-school, pre-Big Bang game. The MapleStory Wiki lists changes such as modified quest requirements, critical rate and critical damage replacing the Hands stat, customisable party item pickup, and enhanced Archer skills.

What is the level cap?

None of the sources we checked state a level cap, so we do not list one.

What Tamedex has not tested

Tamedex has not played MapleStory Classic World. This page reports what the linked coverage says and will be updated as the game changes.

Sources and method

See our methodology and IP policy.

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