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When you enjoy one game, it is natural to become curious about other titles that carry forward a similar world, characters, or gameplay feel. If you want to revisit the memories of the original or discover a familiar IP in a new genre or on a new platform, series games can be a great option.

On PEAK, many PICO users also shared their thoughts on the theme of “series game recommendations” through the [Nexon PEAK Post Challenge]. In this feature, we’ve organized some of Nexon’s representative series games based on posts written directly by PICO users.

[At a Glance] Top 5 Series Game Recommendations from PICO Users

Game Title	What PICO Users Liked
Mabinogi	A fantasy life experience that goes beyond combat to include lifestyle content, music, and community
마비노기 모바일	A fresh mobile take on the original’s appeal
마비노기 영웅전	A game that brings the Mabinogi world to life through dynamic action
KartRider Rush+	A mobile racer that captures KartRider’s speed and character-driven charm

1. Mabinogi — A Fantasy Life Where Lifestyle Content and Community Feel Alive

Mabinogi was the title mentioned most often in PEAK posts as a recommended series game. PICO users described it not simply as a combat-focused MMORPG, but as a fantasy life game where lifestyle content, community, music, and even part-time jobs all come together.

One of Mabinogi’s biggest strengths is that there is no single fixed way you have to play. On days when you want combat, you can head into dungeons or progress through the main storyline. On days when you want to take it easy, you can spend your time gathering, fishing, cooking, playing music, or making outfits.

The community side of the experience also stands out as a key part of the series’ appeal, with players naturally growing closer through ensemble performances or casual conversation. If you are new to the Mabinogi series, the original Mabinogi is a great place to experience the starting point and core feel of this “fantasy life” IP.

💬 “Mabinogi isn’t just a passing memory—it’s a game where new stories keep being created even as time goes by!” - 작쿵님, Series Recommendation Game Mabinogi Mobile: My Mabinogi Story After Playing from PC to Mobile

💬 “ Personally, when I think of a Nexon game that truly feels like a series, Mabinogi is the first one that comes to mind. After personally playing Mabinogi, 마비노기 영웅전, and 마비노기 모바일, I was impressed by how each title offered a different kind of appeal while still belonging to the same IP.” - 곤류님, Why I Recommend 마비노기 모바일 as an Entry Point to the Mabinogi Series

2. 마비노기 모바일 — An MMORPG That Reimagines the Original for Mobile

마비노기 모바일 was mentioned as a series title that reworks the appeal of the original Mabinogi for the mobile environment. PICO users highlighted its ability to bring Mabinogi’s distinctive atmosphere and lifestyle content to players even without a PC.

마비노기 모바일 can be seen as a title that preserves the familiar feel of the original while adding convenience features and a gameplay flow suited to mobile. Features like Assist Mode and the Smart Magic Compass help with early progression, making it relatively easy for even first-time PICO users to get started.

Another point in its favor is the appearance of familiar locations and elements that recall the original, including places like Tir Chonaill and Dunbarton. For players who remember Mabinogi, it offers a welcome sense of familiarity, while for newcomers, it opens the door to a new fantasy life experience.

💬 “It feels like a version that complements the weaknesses of each series entry while also bringing together Mabinogi’s many different kinds of fun in one place” - 떠돌이시민님, Why I Recommend 마비노기 모바일 Among the Mabinogi Series

💬 “마비노기 모바일 is a highly polished series title that fully preserves the original’s romantic atmosphere while refining its systems in a clean, modern way.” - 오목눈이님, The PC-Era Dream in the Palm of Your Hand: About 마비노기 모바일

3. 마비노기 영웅전 — A Combat-Focused RPG That Reimagines the Same World Through Action

Although 마비노기 영웅전 shares the Mabinogi IP, it feels clearly different from the original in terms of how it plays. PICO users described it not as a lifestyle-oriented fantasy life experience, but as an action RPG centered on intense combat and satisfying impact.

While the original Mabinogi embraces the relaxed appeal of lifestyle content, music, and community, 마비노기 영웅전 puts combat feel and character action front and center. Its more realistic tone and weighty battle presentation create a completely different experience even within the same world.

That is part of the appeal of series games: even within the same IP, the genre and overall feel can change significantly. If you like the world of Mabinogi but want stronger action and more boss-focused gameplay, 마비노기 영웅전 may be a strong fit.

💬 “What I see as the biggest appeal of the Mabinogi series is that it never locks players into just one way of playing. Some people can focus on combat and progression, while others can spend their time dressing up their characters.” - 유이무님, The Mabinogi Series, Loved for 22 Years!

4. KartRider Rush+ — KartRider in the Palm of Your Hand

KartRider Rush+ is a series game that carries KartRider’s racing appeal into the mobile environment. PICO users highlighted the fact that the original’s characters, item race atmosphere, and drifting fun can all be enjoyed on a smartphone.

As a mobile game, it works well for short sessions, whether that means a quick race or two during a commute or a break. At the same time, KartRider’s signature techniques—such as drag, cutting, and tok-tok—are implemented through mobile controls, letting familiar players retain much of the series’ distinctive handling feel.

KartRider Rush+ can be a welcome mobile racing game for players who remember the original, while also serving as an approachable entry point for new players looking to experience the KartRider IP. Its ability to deliver quick racing in the palm of your hand feels like one of the series’ newer strengths.

💬 “The brief tension of waiting for the starting signal, the feeling when a drift lands perfectly in a corner, and the moments when a single item changes the standings right before the finish line all felt familiar even as the title changed.” - 폭풍같은주황호랑이31281님, A Series My Hands Remembered First: If You’re Starting Now, KartRider Rush+

[Why PICO Users Recommend Series Games]

Looking through PEAK posts, it seems PICO users recommend series games for more than simply belonging to a well-known IP. The chance to enjoy a familiar world in a different way, or to revisit a nostalgic game on a new platform, appears to be an important part of the appeal.

• You can keep exploring a familiar world: With titles like Mabinogi, 마비노기 모바일, and 마비노기 영웅전, players can experience the same IP from different perspectives and through different styles of play.

• A different genre brings a different kind of fun: Even within the same series, the gameplay feel can vary widely, from a lifestyle MMORPG to a mobile MMORPG or an action RPG.

• Platform changes can improve accessibility: When a game’s appeal carries over from PC to mobile, it becomes easier to jump in more casually.

• Nostalgia and present-day fun can exist together: Games tied to long-standing memories, like KartRider, can feel especially welcome again through sequels or mobile versions.

• It gives players a clearer way to choose where to start: Within the same IP, it becomes easier to pick a title based on preferences such as lifestyle content, action, racing, or mobile play.

[FAQ] Curious About Series Game Recommendations?

Q1. What is a series game?

A series game refers to multiple titles connected through a single IP, world, characters, or core gameplay feel. For example, Mabinogi, 마비노기 모바일, and 마비노기 영웅전 share the same Mabinogi IP, but each offers a different kind of appeal as a lifestyle MMORPG, mobile MMORPG, and action RPG respectively.

Q2. If I’m starting a Nexon series game for the first time, which title should I choose?

If you are starting for the first time, it is best to choose based on your preferred platform and genre. If you want an easy mobile entry point, 마비노기 모바일 or KartRider Rush+ are both accessible choices. If you want to take your time with lifestyle content and community, Mabinogi may suit you well, while 마비노기 영웅전 may be a better fit if you want action combat.

Q3. What are the differences between Mabinogi, 마비노기 모바일, and 마비노기 영웅전?

Mabinogi is closest to a fantasy life MMORPG built around lifestyle content, music, and community. 마비노기 모바일 brings the original’s appeal to a mobile environment in a more convenient format, while 마비노기 영웅전 is an action RPG that focuses on combat and impact even within the same IP. Even within the same series, the right choice can vary depending on the kind of play style you want.

Q4. How are KartRider and KartRider Rush+ different?

Crazyracing Kartrider is the original PC-based title, remembered by many players for its easy controls and deep drifting techniques. KartRider Rush+ adapts that appeal for mobile, making it easy to enjoy in short sessions on a smartphone while also offering a lighter way to experience the original’s characters and item race atmosphere.

Q5. Do I need to start with the original game when getting into a series?

Not necessarily. Knowing the original can help you appreciate the connected appeal of the series more deeply, but titles designed for new platforms, such as 마비노기 모바일 or KartRider Rush+, are also good starting points for first-time players. At the same time, getting to know other games within the same IP can make the world and characters feel richer.

Q6. What should I look at when choosing a series game?

It is best to start with the kind of play style you want. If you enjoy lifestyle content and community, Mabinogi may suit you well. If you want mobile accessibility, 마비노기 모바일 or KartRider Rush+ are good options. If you want action combat, 마비노기 영웅전 may be a strong fit, and if you want fast racing and nostalgic characters, the KartRider series may suit you best.

Looking at the series games discussed by PICO users, even titles within the same IP offered very different kinds of fun. Some carried the series’ appeal through lifestyle content and community, others through mobile accessibility, and others through strong action or the satisfying feel of racing.

From Mabinogi’s fantasy life to the fresh accessibility of 마비노기 모바일, the action-driven thrill of 마비노기 영웅전, the nostalgia and drifting of Crazyracing Kartrider, and the mobile racing of KartRider Rush+, the stories shared by PICO users suggest that series games are ultimately about discovering new kinds of fun within a familiar name.

What series game would you recommend? Share your thoughts on an IP you’ve loved for a long time or a series game you want to start on PEAK, and explore recommendations from other PICO users as well.

※ This content was compiled based on mentions in posts submitted to the Nexon PEAK Post Challenge on PEAK as of August 11, 2026. Game content and event operations may change.

※ The images used in this post were created to help readers understand the content and are not actual game screenshots or direct representations of in-game content.