The game MapleStory is officially launched by Nexon in South Korea, marking the beginning of its availability to the public.
MapleStory is released in North America, expanding its player base significantly outside of South Korea.
Nexon releases the Big Bang update which revamped the game's graphics, combat system, and leveling experience, revitalizing the game community.
Nexon launches the Reboot server, a version of the game without player-to-player trading to emphasize a more challenging and self-sufficient gameplay style.
Celebration of 15 years since MapleStory's original release, featuring special in-game events and promotions.
Nexon announces plans to enable cross-platform play between PC and mobile versions of MapleStory to unify players.
The Black Mage, the source of evil in Maple World, awakens and plunges the world into chaos, sparking the beginning of the conflict between good and evil.
A group of warriors forms the Resistance to oppose the Black Mage's forces and restore peace to Maple World.
Explorers arrive in Maple World, beginning the adventure of many heroes seeking to defeat the Black Mage and uncover mysteries.
Heroes unite to battle the Black Mage but fail to fully defeat him, resulting in ongoing battles across Maple World.
After a long and fierce battle, the Black Mage is sealed away by the combined efforts of heroes, bringing a fragile peace.
The Cygnus Knights are established as protectors of Maple World to prevent another catastrophe.
A new threat arises in the form of the Chaos Pharaoh, challenging the stability of the world.
The Black Mage begins to regain power, forcing heroes to rally once again to protect Maple World.
The Resistance officially establish their base of operations to coordinate efforts against the Black Mage.
The ultimate confrontation between the heroes and the Black Mage in an effort to end his threat forever.
