Farlight Games, fresh off their successful 2024 collaboration with Lilith Games on AFK Journey, is launching a new title: Ace Trainer. Currently in soft launch in South Korea and the US, this game blends several popular genres in a unique way.
Ace Trainer features creature collection, training, and leveling, reminiscent of Pokémon. However, instead of traditional turn-based battles, Farlight adds a Palworld-inspired twist: players deploy their creatures against zombie hordes in a tower defense style. Further enhancing the gameplay, pinball mechanics are integrated to acquire resources.
This eclectic mix of tower defense, pinball, and creature collection makes Ace Trainer a truly unique offering. While its global release remains uncertain, the extensive soft launch suggests Farlight has high expectations for the game.
A Risky Gamble?
Ace Trainer's diverse gameplay – encompassing PvP, PvE, tower defense, and pinball – is ambitious, perhaps even overwhelming. The combination of so many elements raises questions about long-term engagement and whether the game can maintain a cohesive and balanced experience. However, the popularity of each individual element suggests a potential for broad appeal.
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