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MONGIL: STAR DIVE Interview – Development Team Talks Community, TGS, and Unreal Engine 5

Casey ScheldSeptember 29, 2025
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A World of Wonder (and Nyanners!) awaits with Netmarble’s MONGIL: STAR DIVE.

Gamers Heroes recently asked MONGIL: STAR DIVE’s incredible development team questions around its community, its event appearances, and even its powerful technology – learn more with our interview.

MONGIL: STAR DIVE Interview – Development Team Talks Community, TGS, and Unreal Engine 5

Gamers Heroes

I saw MONGIL: STAR DIVE has a strong community! What has it been like interacting with fans on platforms like Discord, and what inspired the different tiers of rewards for subscribers?

Jung-ho Lee

Engaging with fans directly through platforms like Discord has been an incredibly rewarding experience. 

Because players could share their feedback while actually trying the game, the conversations were much more active and insightful. 

We’re deeply grateful for the passion and interest shown by the community. 

The tiered pre-registration rewards were designed as a way to give back to that enthusiasm, and we hope players will continue to join us for future tests and events.

Gamers Heroes

I love the different MONGIL: STAR DIVE character introductions, like the one for Narae! What went into the design and lore of each character?

Min-kyun Kim

The priority is always to deliver compelling characters that fit naturally into the Mongil universe and resonate with players. Some are inherited from the original with refined designs, while others are newly created to match the new world and story.

Gamers Heroes

I saw that MONGIL: STAR DIVE will make an appearance at the Tokyo Game Show this year! What went into the design of the events and goodies that you will have for Divers?

Jung-ho Lee

Fans can definitely look forward to the appearance of Nyanners, the mascot of Mongil. We wanted our Tokyo Game Show booth to feel playful and welcoming, and Nyanners’ presence captures that spirit perfectly.

Gamers Heroes

On that same note, I saw that MONGIL: STAR DIVE was at gamescom not too long ago! What were some highlights and favorite moments of the event?

Dong-jo Lee

We are very grateful for the positive reception, which exceeded expectations. It was rewarding for the development team and felt like strong encouragement. The feedback particularly on movement, controls, and UI/UX was invaluable and is already reflected in the build shown at TGS.

Gamers Heroes

Finally, I saw that MONGIL: STAR DIVE will be powered by Unreal Engine 5! What are some of your favorite features of this tool?

Min-kyun Kim

Optimization across PC and mobile is a focus, and Unreal Engine 5 gives us flexibility and power. Combined with support from partners like AMD and Samsung, we are integrating advanced features such as DLSS and FSR to ensure smooth performance even on lower-spec devices.

MONGIL: STAR DIVE will release for the PlayStation 5, mobile devices (via both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store), along with the PC and the Epic Games Store.

For those feeling social, be sure to follow the official Facebook, Twitter/X, and Instagram social media accounts!

One can also join in on the conversation via the official MONGIL: STAR DIVE Discord channel.

Thank you to PR for arranging this interview, and Jung-ho Lee, Min-kyun Kim, and Dong-jo Lee all for their time!

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Casey ScheldSeptember 29, 2025
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Casey Scheld

Casey Scheld brings 15+ years of experience, previously serving in professional comms and (of course!) writing roles. Joining in 2012, his role as EIC lets him explore the human element, tapping into the stories - and passion! - that make us all love the medium.

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