Japanese publisher Bandai Namco presented its upcoming MMORPG Blue Protocol in a livestream and released further information about the game. The benchmark will be released on the official website of the game on March 1st, 2023, containing a cutscene showcasing the game's graphics and giving a score.
Similar to the Final Fantasy XIV Benchmark, players can adjust their system settings to meet the requirements of the game.
Character Editor and Benchmark
The benchmark also includes the Character Editor, which allows players to customize up to 24 characters in an anime-style. These characters appear in the benchmark's cutscenes as well as in a character and party viewer.
The download size of the benchmark is 5.3 GB and is only available in Japanese. Whether the benchmark will work outside of Japan is uncertain.
In-Game Features and Western Release
Blue Protocol MMORPG is a free-to-play title that relies on battle passes and cosmetic purchases. The game offers deep character customization, fast combat system, interesting character development, and an engaging story.
It is developed by Project Blue Sky, a joint initiative of Bandai Namco Online and Bandai Namco Studios. The western release is planned for the second half of 2023 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. A beta test has already been hinted by Amazon Games.
