Master X Master
Master X Master (often shortened to MXM) was NCSOFT’s attempt to push the MOBA formula forward with a heavier emphasis on cooperative PvE. Alongside standard competitive modes, the game encouraged players to run missions together to earn new Masters, upgrade weapons, and collect runes and other long-term unlocks. It also stood out with a tag-style twist, you selected two characters per match and could swap between them on demand, letting teams adapt to fights in a way most MOBAs do not.
 | Publisher: NCSOFT Playerbase: Medium Type: MOBA Release Date: June 21, 2017 (NA OBT) Shut Down Date: January 31, 2018 Pros: +Co-op PvE missions that meaningfully reward play. +Fan-service roster pulled from NCSoft universes. +Two-Master swapping adds flexibility and depth. +Persistent progression via weapon upgrades, runes, and unlocks. Cons: -Long-term power unlocks can feel at odds with a purely competitive MOBA mindset. |
