RavenQuest Expansion The Treasures Below Launches August 15

RavenQuest is about to get its biggest update yet. On August 15, The Treasures Below expansion will launch, delivering a treasure trove of new content, game systems, and economic upgrades. This exciting milestone marks a new era for the popular sandbox MMORPG built on Immutable zkEVM, combining the best of old-school top-down fantasy with modern web3 mechanics.

Let’s take a deep dive into what’s coming and why this expansion might just be one of the most important events in the blockchain gaming space this summer.

What Is RavenQuest and Why Should You Care?

If you haven’t heard of RavenQuest yet, here’s the elevator pitch: it's a pixelated, customizable, player-driven MMORPG built on a fork of Ravendawn, a web2 MMO with over 200k active monthly users. With a massive top-down world to explore, real-time PvP and PvE combat, a deep crafting and resource system, and the ability to build your own house, RavenQuest puts power in the hands of its players.

The game officially launched on March 14, 2025, as a free-to-play Windows PC title, with mobile on the horizon and Epic Games Store access coming on August 15—the same day as The Treasures Below expansion. That alone is huge news for onboarding a wider gaming audience into the web3 world.

The Treasures Below Expansion Overview

Set for release on August 15, The Treasures Below is the first major content update for RavenQuest. It’s not just a patch—it’s a full-blown expansion introducing new gameplay modes, enhanced customization, seasonal content, and a revamped $QUEST ecosystem.

Here’s a look at the headline features:

• Expeditions – A roguelike-style PvE challenge system

• Ranked Arena PvP – MMR-based, competitive 2v2 combat

• New Archetypes and Classes – Over 60 new class options

• Gemstones and Gear Customization

• New Rift Maps, Cosmetics, and Adornments

• Thaw Festival Seasonal Event

• QUEST Ecosystem 2.0 with New Token Sinks

It’s a massive leap forward, and it’s designed to deepen the gameplay loop, reward player effort, and expand the ways you can play and earn.

Expeditions Bring a New PvE Roguelike Challenge

One of the most exciting additions is Expeditions, a new roguelike-inspired system where every run is different. These dynamic challenges scale in difficulty—and reward. The tougher the Expedition, the better the loot you’ll walk away with if you survive.

This mode aims to offer replayability and skill-based rewards, making it a core pillar for PvE-focused players who enjoy strategic planning and risk-vs-reward gameplay.

Ranked Arena PvP: Fast-Paced and Competitive

For the PvP crowd, RavenQuest is introducing a full MMR-based Arena system. The Ranked Arena lets you participate in 2v2 battles across three consecutive rounds. You can queue solo and be matched with another solo player, or jump in with a friend.

Arena sessions are limited to three time windows per day, and you’ll need to be at least Legacy Level 65 to enter. No rarity restrictions apply for RavenCards, and Warforged Skills are enabled, letting you fully leverage your build.

Victory increases your MMR and earns you Fame and other potential rewards, injecting competitive excitement into this blockchain MMORPG.

New Archetypes, Gear Customization, and More

The Treasures Below will also unlock over 60 new classes with fresh Archetypes, expanding the game's build diversity. New weapon types and a Mass Collect feature for your Land make gameplay more efficient and expressive.

On top of that, Gemstones offer a new gear upgrade path, allowing you to enhance and personalize your equipment even further.

And for collectors and flexers? A new Adornments system adds a layer of prestige cosmetics—think of it as a next-level way to show off your success in style.

QUEST Ecosystem 2.0 and Token Utility

Perhaps the biggest blockchain-specific news is the arrival of the QUEST Ecosystem 2.0. This update aims to overhaul the in-game economy by introducing new token sinks and improving the utility of $QUEST tokens.

While the full details haven’t been revealed yet, the direction is clear: more value and use cases for holding and spending $QUEST rather than simply selling it off. This could stabilize and strengthen RavenQuest’s play-to-earn economy, positioning it as one of the more sustainable economies in the web3 gaming space.

Seasonal Events and Future Roadmap

A new seasonal event called the Thaw Festival will debut with the expansion. Expect unique lore, time-limited activities, and special event rewards. The high-level Ostera zone is also getting tougher mobs, and two new Rift maps will expand endgame progression options.

Developers plan to release further teasers and updates in the run-up to launch, so it’s worth following RavenQuest on X (Twitter) and other social platforms to stay informed.

How to Play and Earn in RavenQuest Right Now

While we're waiting to see how the $QUEST revamp unfolds, here's how players are currently earning:

• Complete Bounties: These in-game tasks reward $QUEST tokens.

• Convert Silver Coins: Earned through gameplay and converted to $QUEST via peer-to-peer exchange.

• Tradepacks: A key economic mechanic. Gather resources, craft Tradepacks, and deliver them to Tradeposts to earn Silver.

You can also earn by engaging in story quests, PvE/PvP combat, crafting, and mini-games. All of this is already available in the current live version of the game, free to play on PC.

Final Thoughts

The Treasures Below isn’t just a regular content update—it’s a defining expansion that solidifies RavenQuest’s place in the growing universe of blockchain games. With major new features, a wider release through the Epic Games Store, and a reworked economic model, this update will attract both seasoned MMO players and crypto-native gamers alike.

Ready to explore the depths? August 15 is almost here, and the treasures waiting below might just change the way we see web3 MMORPGs.