Solo Leveling: Arise and Karma – Netmarble Continues to “Refine” the Solo Leveling IP
As one of the major players in the mobile gaming industry in South Korea, Netmarble is well-known for blockbuster titles like Lineage 2: Revolution, Seven Knights, and The King of Fighters Allstar. Recently, the company has been focusing heavily on leveraging popular comic and novel franchises to create engaging products. Among these, Solo Leveling stands out as a prime example.
In May 2024, Netmarble officially launched Solo Leveling: Arise, an action RPG that draws its narrative from the popular webtoon/novel of the same name by author Chugong. Immediately, Arise created a global sensation, achieving millions of downloads within a short time due to its captivating visuals and engaging gameplay.
Just over a year later, the company announced Solo Leveling: Karma – a new title that reignites curiosity and speculation among fans. Will this be a “delicious dish” or just another “IP cash grab”? While the answer may still be shrouded in mystery, the details unveiled about Karma suggest that Netmarble is taking this project more seriously than ever.
What’s Exciting and Worth Expecting in Solo Leveling: Karma?
Solo Leveling: Karma is the first roguelite action game set in the Solo Leveling universe, opening a narrative chapter that has never been explored – spanning a timeline of 27 years between significant events in the story, particularly focusing on Sung Jinwoo’s transformation during two crucial points in the narrative. This can be seen as a unique “puzzle piece” that keeps fans eagerly engaged.
Announced at Anime Expo 2025, the game is expected to feature an impressive trailer that highlights detailed character designs and diverse boss mechanics, embodying the distinctive qualities of roguelite games.
Although an official release date has yet to be announced, Solo Leveling: Karma is set to be available on Android, iOS, and PC. The game currently does not have a presence in app stores, but Netmarble will provide updates soon.
In summary, whether you’ve previously enjoyed the ARISE installment or are simply a devoted fan of Sung Jinwoo, Solo Leveling: Karma promises to be a worthy addition with a fresh gameplay experience, rich storytelling, and numerous hidden surprises.
