Tome Of The Sun

Tome of the Sun is a mobile, anime-styled action MMORPG that drops you into a colorful fantasy setting where your goal is to recover a stolen artifact of immense importance, the Tome itself. With four class choices, a campaign-driven progression loop, and competitive modes like arena PvP, it aims to blend quick hack-and-slash combat with the familiar long-term grind of upgrades, pets, and cosmetics.

Publisher: NetEase
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Mobile MMORPG
Release Date: April 28, 2016
Shut Down Date: 2017
Pros: +Four distinct classes to choose from. +Live arena PvP matches. +Plenty of skills and effects to cycle through in combat.
Cons: -Monetization can tilt power. -Auto features reduce hands-on play. -Classes are locked to specific genders.

Overview

Tome of the Sun Overview

Tome of the Sun is a mobile action MMO built around fast, ability-driven brawling and a steady stream of progression rewards. Visually, it leans into a bright, anime-inspired presentation with chibi-like proportions, flashy skill animations, and fantasy motifs influenced by Asian-inspired designs. The core loop revolves around pushing through story and mission maps, completing objectives like boss takedowns, escort-style protection tasks, and stage clears that funnel you into stronger gear and new upgrades.

Outside of the solo-friendly campaign structure, the game also puts a clear emphasis on multiplayer activities. You can jump into real-time arena PvP, participate in clan-focused content like wars and group events, and tackle team dungeons that reward coordinated play. Like many mobile MMORPGs of its era, character growth is supported by a long list of collectables and power systems, including pets you can summon and train, cosmetic options (such as wings and outfits), and equipment upgrades designed to keep your combat stats climbing over time.

Tome of the Sun Key Features:

  • Four Playable Classes – choose between four gender-locked roles, Knight, Mage, Ranger, and Duelist, each bringing a different combat style and visual identity.
  • Equip a Variety of Abilities – develop a broader skill library and then customize your loadout, swapping up to 10 abilities into 5 active slots depending on the activity.
  • Real-time PvP Battling –enter the arena to face other players in live matches where execution matters, with an emphasis on play over raw gear score.
  • Summon and Train Pets – collect companions and invest in their growth, turning pets into meaningful contributors during fights, especially when properly trained.
  • Join a Clan – team up through clans to access group-oriented events such as team dungeons and clan wars, alongside shared benefits and social progression.

Tome of the Sun Screenshots

Tome of the Sun Featured Video

Tome of the Sun - Official Trailer | NetEase Games

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System Requirements

Tome of the Sun System Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Operating System: Android 2.3 or later / iOS 6.1 or later

Music

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Additional Info

Tome of the Sun Additional Information

Developer: NetEase
Publisher: NetEase

Platforms: Android, iOS

Launch Announcement: April 20, 2016

Release Date (Global): April 28, 2016

Development History / Background:

Tome of the Sun was both developed and published by NetEase Games, a major Chinese technology company with a long history in online services and game operations. Beyond building and releasing its own titles, NetEase is widely recognized for running the Chinese servers for games like World of Warcraft and StarCraft II, while also producing original releases such as Fantasy: Westward Journey II and Tianxia III. The game was revealed for Western audiences on April 20, 2016 as a new mobile project, with a planned simultaneous launch on iOS and Android. It ultimately arrived globally on April 28, 2016, matching the announced release window.