Global Operations Director Ian (hereafter Ian): This season is built around the theme of 'plunder'. The core gameplay loop involves raiding supply trucks to crack open vaults for loot, focusing on delivering that visceral thrill of farming more than previous seasons.

Ian: To put it simply, we intend to maintain the 'lightweight' framework we have established. We are also continuously working on updates and optimizations to make the experience more accessible. For instance, the talent overhaul we announced at InfiCon is part of our commitment to user-friendly improvements.

Director Liu Heng: Ideally, the players and developers see eye to eye. However, if players want 'A' and the studio wants 'B', we aim to synthesize a solution 'C' that satisfies both. Simultaneously, we dig deeper into the 'why' behind the players' feedback to better understand their underlying needs.

Ian: We recognize this is an area for improvement. Honestly, our previous development focus skewed heavily toward core players—a necessary choice to ensure the game's longevity. Now, we are implementing features like recommended builds and an auction house guide. We acknowledge the lack of tutorials for season-specific content and plan to add guidance to help players navigate each system.

Director Liu Heng: I consider Torchlight one of the most modern IPs within the action RPG genre. I have a message for new players or those who haven't tried the game yet: please give it a go.

Ian: We are aware that the early-game tutorials are lacking. We plan to improve this not only for newcomers but also for returning players.

Ian: The Korean market has a massive appetite for action RPGs. Titles like Path of Exile or Diablo have historically performed well here. The key is differentiation, which is why Torchlight: Infinite leans into being 'lightweight'.

At launch, we faced translation and network issues, but we have been fixing and optimizing these every single season. We prioritize meeting user needs and listen intently to community feedback. Plus, the growing number of influencers playing the game has had a very positive impact.

Ian: We have doubled our marketing budget for Korea internally. For the next season, we are planning various offline events, such as PC bang LAN parties. We are also looking into talk shows with local influencers and other online events.

Director Liu Heng: We have no current plans for other platforms. Instead, we are focusing on expanding accessibility, such as our existing joystick support, and will continue to improve the UI.