Dragon Nest's server list is going to get a new addition tomorrow, August 2 with the launch of a West Coast server named Elena. This move will give each coast two servers, which should hopefully help alleviate any population issues on the Velskud server.

If you're a Dragon Nest player, be sure to check out our new Dragon Nest Armory site for searchable databases and a skill calculator. You can also watch Mike B. aka Fony's latest BFF Report to see what Nexon's latest action MMO is all about.

Dragon Nest just entered open beta a couple days ago and Mike B. aka Fony has already devoted this week's BFF Report to the action MMO! Damn, he's fast! This episode is basically a starter guide to the game. He goes over the four main classes (seen above), combat, instance difficulties and more.

Click here to watch BFF Report episode 75 and see what Dragon Nest is all about!

If you decide to give the game a shot, be sure to check out our new Dragon Nest Armory site, which contains searchable databases and a skill calculator. We're also giving away $500 worth of Nexon Points to the Armory's top contributors, so feel free to upload your screenshots and submit your comments!

Dragon Nest's open beta kicks off today, and we're celebrating by giving $500 worth of Nexon Points to players who contribute to our new Dragon Nest Armory site! Our database is the perfect tool to help you make the most of your time in Nexon's latest action MMO. We have detailed information on everything from items and skills to classes and monsters, and we're constantly updating it with data directly from the game.

Even though we have access to Dragon Nest's data, contributions from our users will help flesh out our database and make it as informative as possible. That's why we're splitting $500 worth of Nexon Points among our top 12 contributors for the next week! Every time you add something to the Dragon Nest Armory, you'll earn a token. Here's how it works:

• Earn 3 tokens by uploading an original screenshot to the site. If you take the screenshot from another source, you'll be disqualified. Example: If you find the Ambusher Dark Elf in-game, take a screenshot and upload it to the monster's page so other players will know what it looks like.
• Earn 2 tokens by making a comment. Any comment that is deemed inappropriate or deleted by the Armory staff will not be counted toward the token total. Example: Comment on the Ambusher Dark Elf's page and let players know about its attacks or other characteristics.
• Earn 1 token by rating a comment. Example: If you see a comment on the Ambusher Dark Elf's page that's helpful, rate it up. If it's poor, rate it down.

The top 12 contributors with the most tokens by Monday, August 1 at 11:59 p.m. PDT will earn some Nexon Points, which can be used to purchase in-game items and other rewards. The top two contributors will each receive $100 worth of Nexon Points; the next five will each earn $35 worth of points; and the final five will each get $25 worth of points. To receive your Nexon Points in-game, you must have an account in good standing with Nexon. We will ask for the account names of the winners at the end of the contest so the Nexon Points can be applied.

While you're browsing through our Dragon Nest Armory to make contributions and earn your tokens, be sure to check out our brand new Skill Calculator! You can use it to plan out the skills for Dragon Nest's four classes and eight sub-classes. See you in the open beta and make sure to grab those screenshots!

In preparation for the launch of Dragon Nest's open beta on July 26, we're proud to announce that our Dragon Nest Armory is now live! Our new database will give you the latest information and tools as you battle the forces of evil in Nexon's action MMORPG.

If you're familiar with our Wowhead and ZAM Rift databases, then you know what to expect with our Dragon Nest Armory. We have searchable databases for Dragon Nest's items, skills, classes, item sets, recipes, titles, monsters and NPCs. The site currently features data from the closed beta, but we'll definitely be updating it when the open beta launches next week.

We hope you enjoy our Dragon Nest Armory! We'll see you in open beta!

Nexon just announced that the Dragon Nest open beta will begin for residents of the United States, Canada and Australia on July 26. That will be your chance to start playing this free-to-play action MMO before it officially launches later this summer!

Nexon held a five-day closed beta test a couple weeks ago, and they've supplied some interesting statistics from the event:

• More than 12,000 players from the United States, Canada and Australia collectively logged nearly 140,000 hours of gameplay during the CBT’s five day duration.
• 467,820 quests were completed by the intrepid beta testers.
• Adventurers slew a total of 265,873 boss mobs.
• Players learned a total of 196,430 new skills.

Producer Davy Garaix also mentioned that the team will be making the empowerment system easier to understand based on feedback from closed beta testers. Keep an eye on the Dragon Nest site for details on how to register for the open beta.

The first Dragon Nest closed beta has just come to a close. If you missed your chance to get in on it, have no fear! In a recent post to the site, thanking all the participants, the team at Dragon Nest stated that another beta will be held in July.

The team recommends checking the site regularly for updates or follow Dragon Nest on Facebook for the latest news on the next beta test.

Today marks the launch of the Dragon Nest closed beta, and Nexon is hosting numerous events until the beta ends on June 20.

• Create a "Beta Legion" by forming a group of 2-4 players to enjoy an exp bonus.
• Log into the closed beta at least five days and reach level 16 to earn the permanent “Dragon Nest Pioneer” title, which awards +2 to all stats.
• Earn 1,000 Scales for each day you log into the closed beta. The Scales can be used in the open beta to purchase permanent cosmetic and convenience items. All open beta participants will also be given 5,000 Scales. All unspent Scales will be deleted at official game launch.

Nexon has announced that the Dragon Nest closed beta will be held this week from June 15-20. The test was originally scheduled to be held last month, but the team pushed it back in order "to provide a polished and positive experience for our players, fans, and testers."

Do you want to see some gameplay footage of this action MMO? Then watch the trailer below!

Dragon Nest's closed beta test was originally scheduled to begin on May 17, but Nexon has decided to push back the test until June in order "to provide a polished and positive experience for our players, fans, and testers."

A definitive date for the beta will be announced in the coming weeks. Until then, you can cure your Dragon Nest itch by watching the cinematic trailer below.

In the latest Dragon Nest blog entry, Lead Producer Desmodeus covers how the team develops quests and ties them together with interesting stories. After explaining that quests must drive the story forward, give players an objective and reward them with items, Desmodeus gives an example that showcases the game's tone:

"Dragon Nest as a whole doesn’t take itself that seriously, so there are going to be plenty of light-hearted quests. One early quest, for instance, consists of you trying to retrieve a bulldog from the dungeon where it’s wandered, and return the pooch to its owner. Overall, though, the point is to present stories in ways that make sense and create memorable and consistent characters."

Desmodeus goes on to explain that "once the basic storyline of the quest is decided on, one person is designated as the 'Keeper' of the quest." Of course, all the work could end up being scrapped if the quest isn't working out or someone comes up with a better idea.

For more details on the game, check out our hands-on look at Dragon Nest from PAX East.