New Animated Open-World RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Releases Major Update Introducing New Character 'Merlin'! New Main Story ACT 14 and New Area 'Restrained Sanctuary' Also Added
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- New Animated Open-World RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Releases Major Update Introducing New Character 'Merlin'! New Main Story ACT 14 and New Area 'Restrained Sanctuary' Also Added
- Netmarble has released a major update for its upcoming open-world RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin', introducing a new character 'Merlin', the new main story ACT 14 'Time Trap', and more.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 5, 2026
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Netmarble has released a major update for its upcoming open-world RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin', introducing a new character 'Merlin', the new main story ACT 14 'Time Trap', and more.
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- June 5, 2026
Netmarble has released a major update for its upcoming open-world RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin', introducing a new character 'Merlin', the new main story ACT 14 'Time Trap', and more.
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Netmarble has implemented a major update for its new animated open-world RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' (developed by Netmarble F&C Inc.), which includes the introduction of the new character 'Merlin', the new main story ACT 14: [Time Trap], and the addition of a new area, the 'Restrained Sanctuary'.
◆ New SSR Character 'Merlin' Arrives!
'Merlin' is a member of the bearing the mark of the 'Boar's Sin of Gluttony'. She is a character who possesses vast knowledge and continuously seeks the truth. In the game, she can use three types of weapons: 'Grimoire', 'Wand', and 'Staff', allowing players to enjoy different combat styles depending on the equipped weapon.
- SSR 'Merlin'
When equipped with the 'Grimoire', she acts as a main dealer utilizing the 'Frostbite' effect, and by stacking frostbite to the maximum, the power of her switch skill increases significantly. When equipped with the 'Wand', she fights as an attacker dealing Lightning attribute damage by making use of 'Overload' and 'Vulnerability' effects. When equipped with the 'Staff', she can stably activate burst skills while utilizing clones.
To commemorate the release of 'Merlin', various events are being held, including the exclusive costume 'Sacred Treasure: Morning Star Aldan', the 'Merlin Trial Event', and the 'Raid Mission - Path of the Conqueror' where tokens earned by completing missions can be exchanged for desired rewards.
Furthermore, players can earn luxurious rewards such as 'Mastery EXP (Special)', 'Pickup Character Gacha Tickets', and 'Brilliant Engraving Seals' in the login event.
Additionally, this update introduces the new main story ACT 14, 'Time Trap'. Players will chase clues from the 'Boar Hat' tavern, explore desert ruins, and close in on the secrets of 'Taranis' awaiting them.
Moreover, the new area 'Restrained Sanctuary' also makes its appearance. Set in mysterious ruins hidden by fierce sandstorms, 7 new gatherable items have been added.
In addition, an event where players can receive 100 'Star Fragments' every day for 14 days (up to 1,400 fragments) will be held. A variety of other new content has also been added, including the new raid dungeon 'Sanctuary of Taranis', areas 5-6 of the 'Intersection of Time and Space', 1 new hidden pet, and new crafting recipes.
Furthermore, as an improvement, the growth difficulty has been eased. Players can now acquire rewards without using Cube Keys after defeating elite bosses.
Please check the official website for information on this update.
- 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Official Website: Information on the 'Beyond the Sandstorm' Version 1.5 Update (Thursday, June 4th)
https://7origin.netmarble.com/ja/news/7/213
'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' App Download URLs
- App Store
https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/%E4%B8%83%E3%81%A4%E3%81%AE%E5%A4%A7%E7%BD%AA-origin/id6744205088
- Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.netmarble.nanaori
'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Official PlayStation® Store
https://store.playstation.com/ja-jp/concept/10014720/
'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Official Steam
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3679080/The_Seven_Deadly_Sins_Origin/
For more details on 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin', please check the official website, official YouTube, and official X accounts.
- 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Official Website
https://7origin.netmarble.com/
- 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Official YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@7ds_origin_jp
- 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' Official X
https://x.com/7DSO_JP
◆ About the Animated Open-World RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' ◆
'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' is a work based on the massive hit manga and anime 'The Seven Deadly Sins' by Nakaba Suzuki, which boasts a cumulative worldwide circulation of 55 million copies. It is the highly anticipated open-world RPG successor to the cinematic adventure RPG 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross', which recorded 70 million downloads worldwide. This work is 'The Seven
FAQ
『七つの大罪：Origin』の最新アップデートの主な内容は何ですか？
新キャラクターSSR「マーリン」の追加、新メインストーリーACT14「時間の罠」、新エリア「拘束された聖域」などの追加が行われました。
新キャラクター「マーリン」はどのような戦闘スタイルですか？
「魔導書」「ワンド」「スタッフ」の3種類の武器を使用でき、装備する武器によって氷痕を活用するメインディーラー、雷属性のアタッカー、分身を活用したスタイルなど、異なる戦闘を楽しめます。
「マーリン」実装を記念したイベントでは何が獲得できますか？
専用コスチューム「神器：明星アルダン」や、ログインイベントを通じて「マスタリーEXP(特級)」「ピックアップキャラガチャチケット」「燦爛たる刻印の印章」などの報酬を獲得できます。
新エリア「拘束された聖域」の特徴は何ですか？
激しい砂嵐に隠されていた神秘的な遺跡を舞台としており、新たな採集物7種が追加されています。
成長難易度の緩和としてどのような変更が行われましたか？
精鋭ボス討伐後、キューブキーを使用せずに報酬を獲得できるようになりました。