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From Ragnarok Online and MMORPGs to AI Research: The Journey of Veteran Developer Hakkyu Kim
The creator of Ragnarok Online and Tree of Savior looks back on his career, shares lessons from decades in the industry, and explores how AI could reshape game development.
Hakkyu Kim
11 November 2025
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