Persist Online: Register Now for Closed Playtests & Core Mechanics Unveiled

Gaming Staff • March 11, 2025

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CipSoft, the creators of the popular MMORPG Tibia, has announced that their new game Persist Online has reached a significant development milestone. All core game mechanics have been implemented and will be tested over the coming months. To participate in the closed playtests, players can register with their email at [www.persist.online](http://www.persist.online).

The testing strategy for Persist Online includes time-limited closed playtests that focus on specific aspects of the game. Additionally, a group of community members has been playing the game since the start of development, providing continuous feedback to the development team.

Persist Online features a Safehouse, which is the most important feature for making progress in the game. Players can use various rooms to craft weapons, upgrade equipment, prepare buff food, and train skills while being offline. The Safehouse can also be upgraded, providing players with more options to improve their character.

Another core mechanic that has been implemented in the open world is the ring system. The post-apocalyptic world is divided into concentric zones around the starting area. The further players venture outward, the more dangerous exploration becomes, with every building accessible, every floor climbable, and every room searchable.

Persist Online is a new MMORPG from CipSoft, the pioneers of the genre who published Tibia in 1997. Instead of casting spells on orcs, players must fend off zombies using firearms and melee weapons. The game is an old-school MMORPG, with hundreds of players sharing the same server and enjoying the greatest possible freedom. The game is the brainchild of two long-time CipSoft employees and started as a hobby project. Currently, a 14-member core team is working toward an Early Access release on Steam.

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