Honor of Kings: World Debuts Trailer at Gamescom

• Honor of Kings: World was a headline act at Gamescom Opening Night Live.
• Watch the stunning, effects-heavy trailer now.
• New gameplay footage reveals the fast-paced real-time combat of HoK: World.

Gamescom Opening Night Live is a spectacle that inspires either delight or mild disdain. Whatever your feelings on the gaming industry's glitzy showcase, it consistently delivers exciting announcements. One of the most significant reveals this year was the new trailer for the ARPG/MOBA hybrid, Honor of Kings: World.

For the uninitiated, Honor of Kings is Tencent's phenomenally successful MOBA, a massive hit in China that is rapidly gaining a global following. After featuring in Amazon's Secret Level showcase earlier this year, Honor of Kings: World aims to broaden the franchise's appeal with a more focused single-player adventure.

The latest trailer undoubtedly showcases Honor of Kings: World's flashy graphics and spectacular particle effects. More importantly, it provides a clearer look at the game's fast-paced real-time combat and the magitek creatures players will face.

A World of Potential

Honor of Kings: World could be the breakthrough hit that finally establishes the HoK franchise as a global household name. The MOBA genre, while incredibly popular with a dedicated core audience, can be niche. An open-world RPG, however, has the potential to attract a broader, more casual player base seeking immersive exploration alongside engaging challenges.

Showcasing Honor of Kings: World so prominently to an international audience at Gamescom signals Tencent's confidence. They are clearly aiming to capture players who typically steer clear of traditional MOBAs.

This ambition is built on a solid foundation, as Honor of Kings itself is a titan in the genre, even surpassing giants like League of Legends in certain markets. If you're curious about the original game, check out our updated Honor of Kings tier list ranking all characters to help you get started.