How To Play Japanese Maplestory
MapleStory/Regional Servers | MapleWiki
MapleStory is a game which originates from South Korea that has gain worldwide popularity over the years since its launch in 2003. In order to cater to the players outside of South Korea, regional servers, along with their localised variations, were introduced around the globe.
All servers require players to play in their own regions where attempts of entering a different regional server may be unsuccessful as their IP addresses will usually be blocked by the server. Some servers’ registration processes also prevent foreign players from creating an account in the game. Moreover, due to physical constraints, players will experience lag if they play on servers outside of their own regional ones.
Worlds
These servers are further divided into “worlds” where different communities and distinct economies exist within. The purpose of inputting several different worlds is diverting traffic to prevent overpopulation on one single world that can cause displeasure to one’s gaming experiences (e. g. the lack of training grounds for one to level up their characters).
1 Worlds
2 MapleStory Korea
2. 1 Worlds
2. 2 Worlds (Tespia)
3 MapleStory Japan
3. 1 Worlds
4 MapleStory China
4. 1 Worlds
4. 2 World (Tespia)
5 MapleStory Global
5. 1 North America
5. 2 Europe
6 MapleStorySEA
6. 1 Worlds
7 MapleStory Taiwan
7. 1 Worlds
8 References
MapleStory Korea
MapleStory Korea (KR:메이플스토리 romaja: Meipeul Seutori), also known as KoreaMS or KMS, is the version of MapleStory that serves South Korea and the server timezone is KST (UTC+9). Its primary language is Korean. KoreaMS is owned and operated by NEXON Korea Co., Ltd..
Worlds (Tespia)
MapleStory Japan
MapleStory Japan (JP:メイプルストーリー romaji: Meipuru Sutōrī), also known as JapanMS or JMS, is the version of MapleStory that serves Japan and the server timezone is JST (UTC+9). Its primary language is Japanese. JapanMS is owned and operated by NEXON JP Co. Ltd..
JapanMS was temporarily closed on 13 March 2011 because of the tsunamis hitting northeastern Japan, but has resumed since 24 March 2011.
MapleStory China
MapleStory China, officially called Adventure Island Online (CN:冒险岛 pinyin: mào xiǎn dǎo), also known as ChinaMS or CMS, is the version of MapleStory that serves China and the server timezone is CST (UTC+8). Its primary language is Simplified Chinese. ChinaMS is owned and operated by Shanghai Shulong Science and Technology Co., Ltd.
Until September 2019, there were 44 regular worlds in CMS. Due to population differences between worlds, worlds in all gateways were merged.
Gateway
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World (Tespia)
CMST will generally be opened within 2-3 weeks before the end of the current version of the official server, and closed within 1-2 weeks after the version of the official server is updated, and meant to test the content of the next official server version update. The server date is usually 3-4 weeks ahead of exact date despite the server timezone is the same to official server. In addition to the follow-up of the original content of KMS, CMST may also test various overseas exclusive theme dungeons and activities earlier.
Obtaining a CMST account requires waiting for participating in the CMS official forum Tespia group recruiting activity. However, players cannot copy characters from the official server, and players must train a character from scratch, so CMST version updates will not erase players data.
MapleStory Global
MapleStory Global, also known as GlobalMS or GMS, is the version of MapleStory that serves North America, Oceania and Europe[6], but it has once served a global audience, excluding those from countries that already have their own version. The server timezone is UTC and its language is English. GlobalMS is owned and operated by NEXON America Inc..
North America
Until August 2019, there were 17 regular worlds (Scania, Bera, Windia, Broa, Khaini, Mardia, Yellonde, Bellocan, Chaos, Kradia, Nova, Galicia, Renegades, Arcania, Zenith, El Nido, Demethos), and one Reboot world. Due to the huge population differences between the regular worlds, it was decided to merge all worlds besides Scania and Bera into two worlds: Aurora (consisted of Windia, Mardia, Yellonde, Bellocan, Chaos, Kradia, and Nova) and Elysium (consisted of Broa, Khaini, Galicia, Renegades, Arcania, Zenith, El Nido, and Demethos)
Europe
The European branch was founded in June 2016 after Nexon Europe, including MapleStory Europe (EMS) was migrated into Nexon America. The existing player base of EMS, who were playing at EMS servers Kradia and Demethos, were transferred into a world called Luna. In July 2018, a Reboot world was introduced, and it is referred to by the players as “EU Reboot” or “REUboot”, to distinguish it from the NA Reboot.
MapleStorySEA
MapleStorySEA (South East Asia), also known as MapleSEA or simply MSEA, is the version of MapleStory that serves Singapore, Malaysia and Philippines and the server timezone is SGT (UTC+8). Its primary language is English, but the translation is entirely different that GMS’ one, being an almost direct translation from the Korean source. MapleSEA is owned and operated by AsiaSoft Online Pte. Ltd..
Due to huge population differences between the worlds, it was decided in March 2019 to merge all worlds in D2J alliance (Delphinus, Eridanus, Izar, Fornax, Gemini, Hercules and Jynarvis) into one world, called Draco.
MapleStory Taiwan
MapleStory Taiwan (TW:新楓之谷 pinyin: xīn fēng zhī gǔ lit. New Maple Valley), also known as TaiwanMS or TMS, is the version of MapleStory that serves Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau and the server timezone is CST (UTC+8). Its primary language is Traditional Chinese. TaiwanMS is owned and operated by Gamania Digital Entertainment Co. Ltd.
References
↑ 1. 0 1. 1 On June 11th 2020, remaining worlds in Gateway of Wind are merged. The first world “Blue Snail” is renamed to “Lucid”, and remaining worlds are merged into one world “Will” (consisted of Shroom – Ligator, Ribbon Pig – Stone Golem, Lorang – Tortie, Lupin – White Rabbit, Yeti – Hector and Wild Kargo – Drake).
↑ 5月6日冒险岛军团来袭 大型合服活动第四弹. ChinaMS. On May 7th 2020, partial worlds in Gateway of Wind are merged into one world “Orchid” (consisted of Slime – Fire Boar, Jr. Necki – Pepe, Octopus – Star Pixie and Orange Mushroom).
↑ 3月26日冒险岛军团来袭 大型合服活动第三弹. On March 27th 2020, worlds in Gateway of Light are merged into one world “Damien” (consisted of Emerald, Black Crystal – Gold & Opal – Garnet, Diamond – Cat’s Eye Stone & Moon Rock, Topaz – Sapphire & Aquamarine – Star Rock, Amethyst – Black Pearl & Mars Stone).
↑ 4. 0 4. 1 On September 17th 2019, worlds in Gateway of Clouds are merged into one world “Hilla” (consisted of Maria, Alex, Cassandra and Moon Bunny), and the world “Seven Star Sword” in Gateway of Darkness is renamed to “Von Leon”.
↑ On November 22nd 2019, worlds in Gateway of Water are merged into one world “Magnus” (consisted of Lith Harbor – Edel & Ludibrium – Stein, Korean Folk Town – Pantheon & Rien – The Secret Garden, Ardentmill – Leafre & Mirror World, Elluel – Azwan & V5).
↑ MapleStory Service Migration. MapleStory Europe has migrated over to the Nexon Global Platform Launcher as of November 10 2016. GlobalMS. Retrieved 14 January 2017.
Support – FAQs – General – MapleStorySEA
We have compiled a list of common questions regarding your MapleSEA account.
Please refer to the FAQs if you have any questions. Happy Mapling!
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1. What is MapleSEA and why is it so popular?
MapleSEA stands for Maple Story South-East Asia where we service the South-East Asean countries of Singapore and Malaysia. MapleSEA is licensed from Wizet to Asiasoft Online.
Adopting the theme of innovation and fun gameplay, a unique role in a lovely and lively environment and it’s unique system of making friends, MapleSEA have swept the world over 10 millions of players and experience the unlimited fun.
2. When will the Full Version of MapleStory be released?
Firstly, there is no Full Version of a massively multiplayer game role-playing game (MMORPG). Most MMORPGs undergo a closed-beta test, followed by a open-beta test and finally enters into Commercial Service. At this point they will begin charging money to sustain the game operations. MMORPGs constantly update its content by adding new game content to keep the game new and interesting. Hence, there is no “Full Version”.
3. Is MapleStory Free to Play? Will it stay free to play?
Yes and Yes. If it continues as planned, MapleStory will remain a free-to-play game. MapleStory generates revenue by offering items in the game such as sunglasses or accessories to decorate your characters, for sale. Players are not obligated to buy these items but many opt to do so as they add another element of fun to the game. Your support is most valuable to us.
4. What is MapleGlobal and those services from China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan?
Currently, MapleStory is being serviced in different countries through localized versions. MapleGlobal provides an English version to the international community (in non-licensed countries). If you live in some regions of South-East Asia, your access to the MapleSEA will be limited to the countries of Singapore and Malaysia.
5. I am a non-Singapore or Malaysia players, why could I not enter the game?
MapleSEA is published by Asiasoft to service Singapore and Malaysia. Please consult your countries and regions such as “MapleStory” game service.
6. Why am I lagging when my next door neighbour is playing just fine?
There are three main reasons for lag. The first is your computer specifications, the second is your internet connection, and the third is the distance between you and our servers. If your computer specification is too low, you may experience slowdowns in the game. In addition, the game depends on the speed at which the game data is updated, we recommend that you use a fast connection (eg. broadband) to connect to our game. Every internet service provider connects to our servers using different paths.
So, even if your friend next door is having a smooth playing experience, you may experience lag as your own internet provider may be taking a roundabout route to connect to our servers. Lastly, the further you are away from our servers, the greater the possibility that your connection will go through more networks before reaching us. With a longer route, the greater the lag will present itself.
7. “I want to play but it’s not working. Why is it not working? Fix it for me NOW! ”
We get many e-mails like this. However, this type of question does not help us nor does it help you. We have no idea what your problem is so please provide us with more details so that we may better assess your needs.
8. I just bought an account on eBay?
This is a strict warning to all users attempting to buy or sell on eBay through any other methods. Buying and Selling Accounts are illegal. MapleStory is a free-to-play game and all game properties are owned by us. The user has no right to buy and sell their characters, items, mesos or accounts. The same policy applies to Asiasoft Passport.
An example on why you should not buy an account – a user might buy an account and use that account to play in the beta. Thereafter, the seller reports that his/her account was stolen and provides us with all the necessary personal information. That account would then be returned to the original owner and the buyer would thus lose his purchase. In many cases, sold accounts are indeed stolen accounts so we will return the account to the original owner.
An Asiasoft Passport account is registered with a National Identity Number which is non-changeable. If an account is reported lost by the owner, he/she can claim it back as long as proof of ownership is provided by producing proof of identity (eg. Identity Card or Passport). All users are requested to enter their correct particulars during signup.
Please refer to the User Abuse Policy for more details.
9. Where can I find my 13-character MapleStorySEA Passport ID?
To find your MapleStorySEA Passport ID, login to MapleStorySEA Passport at. You will be able to see your MapleStorySEA Passport ID in the left panel.
MapleSEA Jumps to Philippines!
10 Feb 2012
MapleSEA Jumps to Philippines!
Philippines’ players will be able to join MapleSEA starting from 7th March 2012!
Asiasoft Passport and MapleSEA game account creation are open up to Philippines players starting 8th February 2012!
Artemis Gateway will be the preferred Gateway for all new Philippines’ players!
Upon creation of MapleSEA game account, the game account will only be created in Artemis Gateway for all Philippines players. “Artemis” Gateway
Artemis, The Goddess of Wildness
Preferred Gateway for Malaysia and Philippines Maplers
Notes:
New Philippines players that sign up for a new MapleSEA game account will only be allow to access to Artemis Gateway, the preferred gateway for Philippines players starting from 8th February 2012.
Ares Gateway will not be accessible for new Philippines players that sign up for a new MapleSEA game account starting from 8th February 2012.
Creation of new characters starting from 8th February 2012 by new Philippines players but they will only be able to start login their characters on 7th March 2012.
Welcome Philippines Maplers Event!
To celebrate the joyous occasion of welcoming Philippines’ Maplers, we have prepared 2 wonderful prizes for all new Philippines’ Maplers!
Sign up for a MapleSEA game account and stands a chance to win an iPhone4S and an iPad2!
Want to win these attractive prizes? Here’s how!
From 10th February – 4th April 2012 extend to 13th May 2012:
Players from Philippines who sign up for a new MapleSEA game account will be eligible for a lucky draw chance to win the iPhone4S and iPad2!
Reach level 30 in the game to gain two additional chances in the lucky draw!
This event is only eligible to players located in Philippines.
Philippines players can enter MapleSEA after the server check on 7th March 2012.
– MapleSEA Administrator
Frequently Asked Questions about how to play japanese maplestory
Can you play MapleStory in Japan?
MapleStory Japan ( JP:メイプルストーリー romaji: Meipuru Sutōrī) , also known as JapanMS or JMS, is the version of MapleStory that serves Japan and the server timezone is JST (UTC+9). Its primary language is Japanese.
Can I play MapleStory in Singapore?
If you live in some regions of South-East Asia, your access to the MapleSEA will be limited to the countries of Singapore and Malaysia. 5. … MapleSEA is published by Asiasoft to service Singapore and Malaysia. Please consult your countries and regions such as “MapleStory” game service.
Can you play MapleStory in the Philippines?
Philippines’ players will be able to join MapleSEA starting from 7th March 2012! … Artemis Gateway will be the preferred Gateway for all new Philippines’ players! Upon creation of MapleSEA game account, the game account will only be created in Artemis Gateway for all Philippines players.Feb 10, 2012