Secret World Legends

A massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) with horror elements, developed by the Norwegian studio Funcom and released in 2012. Set in a modern world where secret societies—Dragons, Templars, and Illuminati—struggle for power, players take on the role of agents uncovering conspiracies and battling supernatural threats. Unlike traditional MMORPGs, the game emphasizes a nonlinear narrative with detective-style investigations, puzzles, and branching dialogues. The combat system is dynamic and classless, allowing players to mix abilities and weapons to create unique playstyles. Secret World Legends features locations inspired by real-world places, including London, New York, Egypt, and Transylvania, each filled with mysteries and supernatural dangers. In 2017, the game was relaunched as a free-to-play title with an updated interface, improved progression mechanics, and a reworked combat system. Secret World Legends received positive reviews for its unique setting, deep storyline, and atmosphere blending mysticism, conspiracy theories, and horror.