Games like Spiral Knights: Why Metin2 is Worth a Look
You enjoy Spiral Knights – the action-MMO with co-op exploration and free-to-play access? Then it's worth taking a look at Metin2, an Asian action-MMORPG that is also free to play and can be launched directly in your browser. Both games share the action and MMO character, but place different emphasis on setting and character development.
What Makes Spiral Knights Special
According to official Steam data, Spiral Knights is a title by Grey Havens (developer and publisher), released on 14 June 2011. It is free to play and combines several genres.
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, MMO, Role-Playing, Free to Play
- Modes: Single-player, Multiplayer, MMO, Co-op
- Steam Features: Achievements, Trading Cards
- Core Concept According to Steam: Stranded in an alien world, the Spiral Knights explore an ever-changing underworld.
If you appreciate the mix of action, co-op and exploration, you'll find a solid MMO experience in Spiral Knights in a sci-fi setting.
What Metin2 Offers
Metin2 is an action-MMORPG with a Far Eastern setting. Players choose from various classes and develop their character through equipment, quests and special systems. Some key points from the wiki:
Equipment & Character Development
- Jewellery such as earrings can be worn equally by all classes.
- Earrings can be improved – as can belts, bracelets and necklaces – by means of ores.
- Special items such as the Wooden Bracelet, Pearl Earrings, Jade Necklace or the Necklace of Harmony expand the variety of equipment.
Mounted Skills & Class Abilities
There are special mounted skills, including:
- Shockwave
- Combat from Horseback
- Horse Stomp
- Arrow Rain (specifically for Ninja)
Pet System
- The pet system is available without level restrictions.
- A pet can only be summoned if its level does not exceed that of your own character.
- Pet eggs are hatched in the incubator; pets are given a random lifespan (1–14 days), some pets up to 45 days.
- Pets gain normal experience (90 %) through monster combat and item experience (10 %) through feeding equipment.
- Pets can reach their evolution stage at level 40 and 80; brave pets also go through hero training.
Endgame: The Zodiac Temple
- Introduced with game version 17.5, the Zodiac Temple contains twelve different instances – each representing a Chinese animal deity.
- There are 40 floors with increasing difficulty; you have ten minutes per floor.
- The final boss awaits on floor 34, and on floor 40 the Zodiac merchant appears.
- Access from level 20, and visiting in a group is recommended.
- Rewards are Guardian and Zodiac Insignias, which can be exchanged with the Monk Milbon.
Where Metin2 Differs from Spiral Knights
Both games are action-MMOs and free to play – but the focus is different:
- Setting: According to Steam, Spiral Knights is set in an alien world with a changing underworld. Metin2 is set in a Far Eastern-inspired fantasy universe (e.g. Zodiac Temple, animal deities, Seon-Pyeong).
- Character Depth: Metin2 places strong emphasis on long-term progression through equipment, ore improvements, mounted abilities and a standalone pet system.
- Platform: Spiral Knights is available via Steam. Metin2 can be launched directly in your browser – without installation.
- Endgame Structure: Metin2 offers an instance-based dungeon progression over 40 floors with the Zodiac Temple.
This is not a value judgement – both games cater to different preferences.
Comparison Table: Spiral Knights vs. Metin2
| Feature | Spiral Knights | Metin2 |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Steam (Client) | Browser, playable immediately |
| Free-to-Play | Yes | Yes |
| Setting | Alien World / Underworld | Asian-inspired Fantasy Setting |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, MMO, Role-Playing, Indie | Action-MMORPG |
| Multiplayer | MMO, Co-op, Multiplayer | MMORPG with Group Content (e.g. Zodiac Temple) |
| Release | 14 June 2011 | Established for years, ongoing updates (e.g. Version 17.5) |
FAQ: Games Like Spiral Knights
Is Metin2 Also Free to Play?
Yes. Like Spiral Knights, Metin2 is a free-to-play title. Additionally, Metin2 runs directly in your browser – a separate installation is not necessary.
Does Metin2 Also Offer Co-op or Multiplayer Content?
Yes. Metin2 is an MMORPG with group content. The Zodiac Temple, for example, is explicitly recommended for groups according to the wiki in order to master all 40 floors.
How Does Character Development Differ in Metin2?
Metin2 offers, among other things, a pet system with evolution stages at level 40 and 80, mounted abilities (e.g. Shockwave, Combat from Horseback) and jewellery that can be improved through ores.
Do I Need a Steam Account to Play Metin2?
No. Metin2 is playable immediately in your browser – a Steam account is not required.
Try Metin2 Now
If you enjoy the mix of action, MMO and co-op exploration in Spiral Knights, Metin2 could be the perfect complement: free-to-play, directly in your browser, with a deep equipment and pet system as well as group dungeons like the Zodiac Temple. Simply start in your browser and see for yourself.