Throne and Liberty, formerly known as Lineage Eternal, has had a tumultuous journey since its inception. With over a decade of development under its belt, the game has undergone numerous false starts, reboots, and name changes, leaving many questioning whether it will ever see the Throne and Liberty Lucent light of day. The February test phase was touted as the final step before the game's launch in the west, with investors being assured of a release in the first half of 2023. However, with no formal announcement regarding a delay, uncertainty hangs heavy in the air.

The decision to conduct another beta test in South Korea has raised eyebrows among industry insiders and fans alike. While NCSoft has stated that the purpose of the test is to showcase the game in a new light, some view it as a last-ditch effort to salvage a project plagued by setbacks and delays. With the beta test limited to players residing in South Korea, questions arise about whether NCSoft is testing the waters before committing to a global release.

Adding fuel to the fire of speculation are rumors of a "fierce debate" within NCSoft over the game's launch, with whispers of a potential delay to October swirling among Korean media outlets. With Amazon, the game's western publisher, remaining tight-lipped and no tests having been conducted in the west, doubts about the game's future continue to mount.

All eyes are now on NCSoft as fans eagerly await TL Lucent for sale further news about Throne and Liberty's roadmap. The upcoming Q1 earnings call, scheduled for the second week of May, presents an opportunity for the studio to address concerns and provide clarity on the game's future. Will NCSoft deliver on its promise to finally bring Throne and Liberty to the masses, or will the game be consigned to the annals of gaming history as yet another ambitious project that failed to live up to its potential?