Becoming Preta

Becoming Preta is a free-to-play VR-focused MMORPG from Korean studio Illion, built around challenging dungeon content and three distinct playable heroes. Designed with cross-platform play in mind across PC, consoles, and mobile devices, it aimed to blend MMO progression with action combat, co-op raids, and character-specific story routes.

Publisher: Illion
Type: MMORPG
Release Date: Unannounced
Shut Down: 2016
Pros: +Planned cross-platform support for PC, mobile, and consoles. +Demanding, high-stakes PvE encounters. +Three character paths with different story outcomes.
Cons: -Rough English localization. -Very little public information and coverage.

Overview

Becoming Preta Overview

Becoming Preta is a virtual reality MMORPG developed and published by Illion. It was positioned as an early free-to-play entry in the VR MMO space, with the added hook of cross-platform availability spanning PC, consoles, and mobile devices. Rather than offering a large roster of classes, the game centers on three playable characters, each built around a different combat style and their own narrative progression that leads to a unique ending.

The three options cover familiar action-RPG roles with strong visual identity: a blade-wielding assassin (stylish and agile), a heavily armored warrior designed for direct engagements, and an eccentric mage girl with a more whimsical look and ability set. Moment-to-moment play leans into action combat, including combo-chaining, and the PvE structure is reinforced by quests and puzzle-style objectives alongside instanced dungeons and raid encounters.

Difficulty is a major part of the pitch. Bosses are presented as punishing, with the potential to drop players quickly if mechanics are ignored. For groups, a co-op option supports tackling the tougher content together, which fits the game’s focus on raids and dungeon clears across multiple maps.

Becoming Preta Key Features:

  • Cross-Platform – designed to be playable across console, mobile devices, and PC through its cross-platform approach.
  • Hardcore Gameplay – expect unforgiving fights where boss mechanics and positioning matter, and mistakes can be costly.
  • Quests and Puzzles, Oh My – progression is not only about combat, there are also objectives and puzzle elements mixed into the experience.
  • Choose Your Story – pick from three heroes, each with different strengths in battle plus their own story track and ending.
  • Dive into Virtual Reality – built as a VR MMORPG experience and framed as one of the earlier free-to-play attempts in the genre.

Becoming Preta Screenshots

Becoming Preta Featured Video

Becoming Preta - VR version preview

Full Review

Becoming Preta Review

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System Requirements

Becoming Preta System Requirements

Minimum Requirements (Windows):

Operating System: Windows 7
CPU: Core i7-930 Quad 2.80GHz / Phenom II X6 1055T
RAM: 4 GB RAM
Video Card: GeForce GTX 660 / Radeon HD 7870

Music

Becoming Preta Music & Soundtrack

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Additional Info

Becoming Preta Additional Information

Developer: Illion
Publisher: Illion

Anticipated Release Date: Q2 2016

Shut Down: 2016

Platform(s): PC, Mobile Devices, Consoles

Development History / Background:

Becoming Preta was developed and published by Illion, a Korean game company. Earlier on, Nexon Korea had announced plans to publish the game under the simpler title “Preta,” but that version of the project was later superseded by Illion’s Becoming Preta branding and messaging. The stated goal remained the same, a VR MMORPG with cross-platform play across PC, consoles, and mobile devices, built around instanced content like dungeons and raids and three distinct playable protagonists.