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Server Types Explained

Understand different server rates and features

Metin2 servers come in various types with different rates, features, and economies. Understanding server types helps you choose where to invest your Yang & Won and what gameplay experience to expect.

Main Server Categories

Official (Low-Rate) Servers

Examples: All Gameforge servers (Eostre, Teutonia, Germania, Europa, etc.)

Core Features:

  • EXP Rate: 1x (default Metin2)
  • Drop Rate: 1x (standard drops)
  • Yang Drop: 1x (slow accumulation)
  • Max Level: Gradually increasing
  • Progression: 3-6 months to max level

Yang & Won Economy:

  • Currency: Won (official)
  • Inflation: Controlled, slow
  • Prices: €0.30-€2.00/billion
  • Market: Extremely stable
  • Value: Holds long-term

✅ Best For: Players seeking authentic Metin2 experience, long-term investment, stable economy, competitive end-game content

❌ Not Ideal For: Casual players with limited time, those wanting quick progression, players on tight budgets

Mid-Rate Servers (2x-10x)

Examples: Ruby Chimera, many established private servers

Core Features:

  • EXP Rate: 2x-10x (faster leveling)
  • Drop Rate: 2x-5x (better drops)
  • Yang Drop: 3x-10x (quicker wealth)
  • Max Level: Often 105-120
  • Progression: 2-8 weeks to max

Yang Economy:

  • Currency: Yang
  • Inflation: Moderate
  • Prices: Package deals (~€10)
  • Market: Active, balanced
  • Value: Good purchasing power

✅ Best For: Balanced experience, players with moderate time, those who want faster progression but still enjoy the journey

❌ Not Ideal For: Purists wanting authentic experience, players seeking instant gratification

High-Rate Servers (10x-50x)

Examples: Many PvP-focused private servers

Core Features:

  • EXP Rate: 10x-50x (very fast)
  • Drop Rate: 5x-20x (frequent drops)
  • Yang Drop: 10x-50x (easy wealth)
  • Max Level: Often 120-150
  • Progression: Days to max level

Yang Economy:

  • Currency: Yang
  • Inflation: High
  • Prices: Low real money cost
  • Market: Volatile
  • Value: Decreases over time

✅ Best For: PvP enthusiasts, casual players, testing builds, those with limited playtime who want endgame quickly

❌ Not Ideal For: Players who enjoy progression, long-term investment seekers, those wanting challenge

Ultra High-Rate (50x-1000x)

Examples: Fun servers, test servers

Core Features:

  • EXP Rate: 50x-1000x (instant max)
  • Drop Rate: 20x-100x (constant drops)
  • Yang Drop: 50x-1000x (billions easily)
  • Max Level: Variable, often 250+
  • Progression: Hours to max level

Yang Economy:

  • Currency: Yang (often free)
  • Inflation: Extreme
  • Prices: Minimal or donation-based
  • Market: Chaotic
  • Value: Nearly worthless

✅ Best For: Fun/casual play, testing mechanics, pure PvP focus, players who don't want to invest time or money

❌ Not Ideal For: Serious players, anyone seeking progression satisfaction, long-term gameplay

Specialized Server Types

PvP Servers

Focus on player-vs-player combat with special features:

  • Fast leveling to reach PvP-ready state quickly
  • Balanced classes for fair combat
  • Arena systems and tournaments
  • Guild war focused content
  • Yang primarily for PvP gear upgrades

PvE/Farming Servers

Optimized for monster farming and item collection:

  • Higher drop rates for rare items
  • Custom dungeons and raids
  • Boss hunting focus
  • Item crafting systems
  • Yang used for trading farmed items

Old-School Servers

Nostalgic experience with original Metin2 content:

  • Cap at level 85-90 (like old Metin2)
  • No modern items or dungeons
  • Classic map designs
  • Authentic economy simulation
  • Yang & Won values similar to 2008-2012 era

Yang & Won Value by Server Type

Server TypeRatesReal $ ValuePurchasing Power
Official/Low-Rate1xHighExcellent
Mid-Rate2x-10xMediumGood
High-Rate10x-50xLow-MediumFair
Ultra High-Rate50x+Very LowMinimal

Choosing the Right Server Type

Decision Matrix

Available Time:1-2 hrs/day → High-rate | 3-5 hrs/day → Mid-rate | 5+ hrs/day → Low-rate
Budget:Low → High-rate | Medium → Mid-rate | Flexible → Official
Playstyle:PvP → High-rate | Balanced → Mid-rate | PvE/Trade → Official
Experience Level:New → Official | Returning → Mid-rate | Veteran → Any

💡 Yangfinity's Recommendation

For maximum value on your Yang & Won investment, we recommend official Gameforge servers orestablished mid-rate private servers (2+ years old). These provide the best balance of:

  • Currency value retention over time
  • Active, stable economy for trading
  • Lower risk of server closure
  • Meaningful progression without excessive grind

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