– Hwang Junha, Dungeon Lead, ‘Solo Leveling:ARISE’

In the world of game production, transforming a popular story into an immersive, interactive experience is both a challenge and an art. Solo Leveling:ARISE,¹ the first game adaptation of the Solo Leveling franchise—which has captivated millions with over 14.3 billion views globally—is a prime example of this transformation. As the gaming industry pushes the boundaries of visual storytelling, the technology behind the screen plays a crucial role in bringing these dynamic universes to life.

To explore this fusion of creativity and technology, Samsung Newsroom spoke with the developers behind Solo Leveling:ARISE. They shared insights into how they captured the webtoon’s intense action and stylish visuals in the game, and how the Odyssey OLED G8 has been instrumental in this process.

“[With the Odyssey OLED G8,] I could see attack animations more clearly, which helped me dodge more precisely. I also noticed effects and background details that I’d missed before.”

Kim JaeSeong, Combat Balance Part, ‘Solo Leveling:ARISE’

▲ (From left) Hwang Junha, Dungeon Lead, and Kim JaeSeong, Combat Balance Part, at Netmarble Neo, the developer of Netmarble’s ‘Solo Leveling:ARISE’

Q. What are your roles in developing Solo Leveling:ARISE?

Junha: I’m responsible for creating the dungeons and monsters in Solo Leveling:ARISE. This includes designing the environments where battles take place and developing the monsters-players encounter. Essentially, I establish the game’s META to ensure players have a rewarding and engaging combat experience.

* META: An acronym for “Most Effective Tactics Available,” representing the optimal strategies or approaches used by players in a game.

JaeSeong: I’m in charge of combat balance. My role is to allow players to craft their own combat styles by combining various elements like weapons, skills, hunters, and shadows. Players will enjoy the combination-dependent controls and actions, as well as the variety of buffs and debuffs that grant characters and enemies, which further enhance their attacks to clear dungeons and tricky bosses.

▲ With the Odyssey OLED G8, JaeSeong reviews the dynamic environments and monster designs, ensuring that each battle scene delivers a visually stunning and immersive experience.

Q. Can you give us an overview of Solo Leveling:ARISE? What was your main focus in developing the game?

Junha: Solo Leveling:ARISE is an action RPG based on Solo Leveling, the popular webtoon. We strived to stay true to the original work while at the same time leveraging our expertise to enhance the experience with high-quality action scenes and cinematic cut scenes, immersing players in a way that only a game can.

JaeSeong: Given the popularity of the original work, our goal was to faithfully capture each character’s unique combat style as depicted in the webtoon. In the game, we allow players to experiment with different skills and weapons. Additionally, we wanted to offer something special, so we included new, original content and behind-the-scenes stories that weren’t in the webtoon. This adds a fresh dimension to the game, enhancing the overall experience.

▲ (From left) Shadow Igris, hunters Cha Hae-In, Sung Jinwoo, Choi Jong-In and shadow Tusk in ‘Solo Leveling:ARISE’ (Image courtesy of Netmarble)

Junha: For Solo Leveling:ARISE, we wanted fast-paced combat and the freedom to pursue a variety of fighting styles. The goal was to avoid a one-size-fits-all approach and enable players to adapt their strategies based on the boss or challenge they’re facing.

JaeSeong: Our focus was on balancing the different characters, monsters, and dungeons to offer diverse combat experiences. For each character, we added specific skills and combos in addition to their unique abilities from the original series. The challenge was to maintain balance by tweaking attack ranges, damage rates, and speed to make combat more engaging, especially when playing as a team.

Q. As a game developer, what do you think are the most important elements of the gaming environment for players? Did the Odyssey OLED G8 sufficiently deliver during development and playtesting?

JaeSeong: In the RPG action game Solo Leveling:ARISE, players rely heavily on visual information like character movements and the detailed environments during combat. Therefore, having a display that can clearly present this information is crucial. A large monitor, in particular, enhances the visibility of character motions and provides a broader field of view, helping you catch every detail during intense battles.

The Odyssey OLED G8’s wide screen and high resolution made it easy to catch even the smallest details in the game. This helps gamers play better, too. For instance, I could see attack animations more clearly, which helped me dodge more precisely. I also noticed effects and background details that I’d missed before. 

▲ The monitor’s 4K OLED screen provides clear, vibrant visuals, allowing developers and the art team to fine-tune colors and expressions for smoother gameplay.

Junha: An outstanding monitor like the Odyssey OLED G8 that has great contrast and vibrant colors can really bring out the game’s unique art style, whether you’re exploring gates or summoning shadows. The Odyssey OLED G8 proved its value in the game development process. The 4K OLED’s clear images and wide color gamut were incredibly helpful for discussions with the art team on character effects, allowing us to discuss colors and expressions in greater detail.

Q. What other aspects are important for action-based RPGs?

JaeSeong: A high refresh rate is key for smooth gameplay. It ensures that the screen transitions are seamless, without tearing or stuttering, which reduces eye strain and makes for a more fluid and enjoyable gaming experience.

▲ JaeSeong uses the Odyssey OLED G8 to monitor gameplay performance and fine-tunes combat mechanics, ensuring smooth and immersive action sequence.

Junha: To fully experience the intense combat and character animations in Solo Leveling:ARISE, you need a monitor with fast response time and high resolution. The high refresh rate of the Odyssey OLED G8 made combat in Solo Leveling:ARISE feel seamless and smooth.

Q. What features of the Odyssey OLED G8 would you recommend to Solo Leveling:ARISE players?

Junha: The Odyssey OLED G8 has a lot going for it, but what really stood out to me was the OLED Glare-free feature. Other monitors that use anti-reflection films usually end up dulling colors. This monitor, on the other hand, reduces glare while keeping the image vibrant and clear.

▲ Junha gives an overview of how the game allows players to choose their own playstyle, enabling them to adapt strategies to different bosses and challenges. The OLED Glare-free feature reduces glare while maintaining vibrant and clear colors, ensuring an optimal experience without compromising image quality.

Also, the Dynamic Black Equalizer feature really helps in dark dungeons, making hidden details easier to spot and enhancing the overall gaming experience. I highly recommend players take advantage of this feature to elevate their gaming experience and enjoy every detail.

* OLED Glare-free: A UL-verified technology that reduces glare from external light sources and provides a screen that is 54% less glossy than conventional Anti-Reflection film.²

* Dynamic Black Equalizer: A feature that analyzes the brightness of game scenes and adjusts sharpness, saturation, and black details automatically, while improving visibility in dark areas, allowing for more detailed black levels.

▲ The Dynamic Black Equalizer enhances visibility in dark areas by automatically adjusting sharpness, saturation and black details for a more immersive gaming experience.

JaeSeong: One feature I think players will find super useful is the Game Bar. By selecting the genre you’re playing, the Game Bar automatically optimizes picture quality and sound for that specific genre. According to the selected genre, the display’s brightness is adjusted for better visibility and it delivers richer sound, which really pulls you deeper into the game.

▲ The Game Bar optimizes picture quality and sound based on the selected genre, adjusting brightness and enhancing sound to create a more immersive gaming experience.

Q. Any final thoughts for players enjoying Solo Leveling:ARISE?

Junha: I hope you get to fully immerse yourself in the amazing art and combat of Solo Leveling:ARISE with a gaming monitor that supports a high refresh rate and resolution. The Odyssey OLED G8, with its 4K 240Hz display and fast response time, is an excellent choice for this game.³

JaeSeong: The Odyssey OLED G8’s gaming features make it a great pick for smooth, immersive gameplay. My advice is to experiment with different strategies and combat styles in Solo Leveling:ARISE, to find your own playstyle and really get the most out of the experience.

¹ ⓒ DUBU (REDICE STUDIO), Chugong, h-goon 2018 / D&C MEDIA ⓒ Netmarble Corp. & Netmarble Neo Inc. All Rights Reserved.
² Based on internal test results.
³ Refresh rate may vary based on the performance of the input source.

All 2024 Odyssey OLED Gaming Monitors share exceptional technologies that sets a new standard for gaming visuals and performance. These monitors deliver breathtaking OLED picture quality, brilliant brightness and a wider color spectrum, ensuring every game bursts with vibrant, lifelike colors.

The revolutionary OLED Glare Free technology dramatically reduces screen reflections, allowing users to stay immersed in the action without distraction. Additionally, Samsung’s proprietary OLED Safeguard+² technology prevents the screen from burn-in, ensuring consistent picture quality while the super slim metal design and Core Lighting+ further enhance the gaming ambiance, making these monitors not only functional but also stylish.

To help gamers find their ideal monitor, Samsung Newsroom created an infographic³ that highlights the key features and benefits of each model, aligning them with various gaming genres. Whether you’re into RPGs, sports and racing games, FPS, or versatile gaming, there’s a perfect Odyssey OLED monitor for you.

¹ The 27″ Odyssey OLED G6 (G60SD) and 32″ Odyssey OLED G8 (G80SD) launched globally on June 4. The 34″ Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SD) and 49″ Odyssey OLED G9 (G93SD, G95SD) will begin rolling out in August, starting with North America and the United Kingdom.
² OLED Safeguard+ is available on G80SD and G60SD models. OLED Safeguard is on G95SD, G93SD, and G85SD models.
³ Infographic features images of four models – G60SD, G80SD, G85SD, G95SD – as G93SD and G95SD feature identical designs

▲ Summer Game Fest highlighted the latest in gaming technology and unveiled upcoming releases to gamers around the world.

Fans of all things gaming around the world tuned into the opening livestream, while 6,000 attendees gathered in person to see exciting announcements and demos from the biggest brands. During the opening livestream, attendees experienced new Samsung monitors — including the latest Odyssey OLED G8 — now available for preorder.

▲ Samsung proudly announced the Odyssey OLED G8 during the Summer Game Fest livestream. OLED Glare Free technology significantly reduces glare from light or reflections.

At the Samsung x YouTube Gaming Afterparty, well-known game creators and industry insiders had a chance to preview the best gaming devices on the market. With the new Odyssey OLED series, attendees were the first to play new titles, such as Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 from Focus, before their release.

“You need a high refresh rate for games as fast as the new Warhammer one that we get to play here,” said a gamer at the Afterparty. “The Odyssey OLED G6’s 360Hz refresh rate makes the action super smooth, so you can easily aim and see enemy movement without any annoying blur.”

▲ Attendees were the first in the world to play Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 on the Odyssey OLED G8.

This year’s Odyssey OLED series includes the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 in 4K UHD with a 240Hz refresh rate and the 27-inch Odyssey OLED G6 in QHD with a 360Hz refresh rate. Both deliver outstanding OLED picture quality with a near-instant 0.03-millisecond gray-to-gray response time for ultra-smooth, responsive gameplay.

The Odyssey series’ latest features are especially geared toward creating an optimal gaming environment. The new OLED Glare Free technology minimizes light reflection and delivers vivid, clear colors so gamers can enjoy crisp, clean picture quality. In addition, both OLED models feature Samsung OLED Safeguard+ — a proprietary burn-in protection technology that combines a pulsating heat pipe with a dynamic cooling system to help prevent burn-in by reducing temperatures at the core.

▲ Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 displayed on the 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8, demonstrating the monitor’s vivid colors and clarity even in a brightly lit room.

YouTuber SugarStar was one of the gaming personalities who experienced the new monitors. “Graphics look fantastic on these monitors. The colors seem so vibrant and true to life, even without putting the brightness all the way up like you do on other monitors. All of the games here look great,” she said. “I also use an Odyssey monitor at home, and I love that I don’t need a PC connected to play. It made it easy to keep playing (console) games with Samsung Gaming Hub before my PC was built.”

▲ SugarStar played Kingdom Hearts on the ViewFinity S7, a monitor that balances productivity and gaming performance.

The new Odyssey OLED gaming monitors showcased at Summer Game Fest include HDR10+ GAMING capabilities on select games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2. Players will automatically experience deeper color, contrast and brightness — without lengthy, manual calibration.

“If it ain’t like this, I don’t want it,” said YouTuber HipHopGamer, a popular gaming personality. “When you can move your mouse this fast, without blurring or stuttering, that’s what refresh rate is all about. It’s happening here on the Odyssey OLED G8, with one of the biggest games ever made, Red Dead Redemption 2. There’s no stutter. There’s no blur.”¹

Unlocking a premium visual experience, HDR10+ GAMING automatically adjusts the high-dynamic range (HDR) and the default HDR brightness of any game based on the specific capabilities of the monitor. By precisely calibrating color, contrast and brightness to each individual display, details are accurate even in dark shadows and bright highlights for more engaging gameplay.

Game developer Przemyslaw Czatrowski of CD Projekt Red, the company that brought the world Cyberpunk 2077, had only good things to say about HDR10+ Gaming. “Now, Cyberpunk 2077 with HDR looks just how I imagined it to be, ramping up the immersion,” he said.

▲ HipHopGamer played one of the biggest games of all time, Red Dead Redemption 2, with HDR10+ GAMING technology on the Odyssey OLED G8.

▲ Cyberpunk 2077 impressed gamers with HDR10+ GAMING technology on the Odyssey OLED G9.

Guests also responded enthusiastically to the Smart Monitor M8 and ViewFinity S7 monitors which balance productivity with gaming and everyday use.

▲ 2024 ViewFinity S7 and Smart Monitor M8

Gaming continues to grow in new and exciting ways, and Summer Game Fest proved to be one of the industry’s standout events. This year, Samsung again proved its commitment to new and seasoned gamers through its future-defining monitors and innovative features.

Samsung’s participation in Summer Game Fest highlights its longstanding partnership with Hollywood Park, where Samsung technology is seamlessly integrated throughout the 300-acre mixed-use campus. During the event, attendees witnessed how a suite of Samsung digital signage at YouTube Theater creates the ultimate live experience. Game reveals and showcases were visible on two 26-by-14-foot Samsung LED Smart Signage displays installed on both sides of the 6,100-square-foot stage, fully immersing attendees in gameplay previews and building excitement for upcoming releases.

▲ Samsung LED Smart Signage at YouTube Theater in Hollywood Park

¹ Performance may vary based on game and system settings.

S describes herself as a “jill of all trades” gamer. From FPS, RTS and RPG, to racing and sports games, she plays across all platforms, including PC and consoles. She also likes to watch professional gamers play just as much as she enjoys playing herself. Let’s take a look at Gamer S’ day with the Odyssey OLED G8.

▲ Snap-on stand doesn’t require additional parts or dedicated tools.

Upon first glance in the morning, the Odyssey OLED G8 is quite the spectacle. Its super slim metal design draws immediate attention as it measures 3.9mm at its thinnest point. Even though it is a 32-inch monitor, it does not take up much space thanks to its slim design, so it can be conveniently placed anywhere. The unique silver color harmonizes with peripherals like controllers, PCs and consoles, plus mice and keyboards.

▲ An ultra-slim metal design

You can adjust the monitor to fit your posture for comfortable gameplay. The Odyssey OLED G8 provides ergonomic adjustments, including height, tilt, rotation and pivot, to prevent pressure on your body during long play time.

▲ Samsung Odyssey OLED G8(G80SD)

FPS games are the answer to getting your hands ready for a day of gaming and entertainment. The basic formula for FPS games is to catch your opponent off guard, and overwhelm them before they even realize what is happening. A lightning quick response time and refresh rate are vitally important in a monitor when playing FPS games. The Odyssey OLED G8 has a 4K UHD resolution that gives you the advantage when searching for enemies. S enjoys the edge that comes from a 240Hz refresh rate and a 0.03ms(GtG) response time.

▲ Enjoy “The FINALS” with the Odyssey OLED G8 featuring 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time(GtG), which offers an edge in fast-action gaming.

Core Lighting+ on the back of the monitor is also something you don’t want to miss out on. It provides a more immersive ambiance to the gaming environment. With the CoreSync function, the monitor’s rear lights change color, mimicking the games scenes’ colors. This creates a more dramatic gaming environment and extends the mood and colors of your game to the outside world.

▲ Upgraded Core Lighting+ provides a more immersive ambiance to the gaming environment.

The impressive visual value of the Odyssey OLED G8 can be witnessed in RPG games with dark backgrounds and high contrasts. The Odyssey OLED G8 helps you fully immerse yourself in the gaming world, as it displays brilliant graphics with a superior brightness of 250 nits(typ) and a wide DCI-P3 99% color gamut. Every scene comes alive in vivid detail with the consistently brilliant imagery.

Especially in Game mode, the Dynamic Black Equalizer automatically increases the visibility of dark areas, while still maintaining bright zones. This enables gamers to uncover every secret while experiencing the best visuals a game has to offer.

Players can spot hidden enemies in the dark as they can see through the shadows with purer dark levels. You can even find small details hidden in the shadows without pixel light bleed, providing incredible color and depth in every game. There is no need for any additional actions or tinkering with the settings. All you have to do is focus on the game.

▲ Play “Solo Leveling:ARISE” with 4K OLED and experience a brighter, more detailed world.

For too long, external light sources such as natural sunlight or ambient lighting have disrupted gameplay by reflecting of monitors. The Odyssey OLED G8 however, applies OLED Glare Free technology to minimize light reflection. It delivers vivid and clear colors, even without a monitor hood. With a screen 54% less glossy than conventional Anti-Reflection film, you can see your full game environment and focus solely on gameplay.

▲ The Odyssey OLED G8 minimizes light reflection through its OLED Glare Free technology.

High-end games require the highest performing graphic cards. However, these graphics cards generate large amounts of heat. Gamers want to keep their devices performing at their peak. But for monitors, too, the longer they play, the greater their concerns about the heat and burn-in.

The Odyssey OLED G8 is built with Dynamic Cooling System, which evaporates and condenses coolant to diffuse the monitor’s heat five times better than the previously used graphite sheet method. So the Odyssey OLED G8 reduces temperature at the core. Also, with Thermal Modulation System,¹ the algorithms predict surface temperature and automatically control brightness accordingly to reduce heat.

The Odyssey OLED G8 is the first monitor in the world to apply a Pulsating Heat Pipe that prevents burn-in.

▲ The Dynamic Cooling System and Pulsating Heat Pipe

The Odyssey OLED G8 has built-in Smart TV apps that allow users to enjoy various streaming services as well as Samsung TV Plus, Samsung’s FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV). No need to connect external devices. Just turn on your monitor, sit back and enjoy.

▲ With Smart TV Apps, use the Odyssey OLED G8 as an extra TV when it’s time to take a gaming break. It also comes with a SolarCell Remote, which negates the need for disposable batteries.

“Gamer S” often upgrades her gaming skills by watching pro gamers’ livestreams. With the Odyssey OLED G8, you’ll see the tactical and dynamic gameplay with minute-to-second details.

The Odyssey OLED G8 is powered by an AI processor, the NQ8 AI Gen3, which upscales content to nearly 4K when using Samsung Gaming Hub and the built-in Smart TV apps.² Users can now enjoy higher resolution in both gaming and entertainment content.

The Odyssey OLED G8 is also equipped with AI Motion Enhancer Pro, which enables you to enjoy content at a higher level.³ AI technology captures the movement of small objects as they move across the screen. It then calibrates accordingly to provide a smooth and more realistic viewing experience during sporting events.

▲ AI Motion Enhancer Pro delivers clearer action through its AI processor.

The Odyssey OLED G8 has now transformed into a TV for console gaming. Now, instead of using a PC, S decides to enjoy console games in a more comfortable position. The Odyssey OLED G8 automatically recognizes the connected console and activates the Game Bar, supporting useful functions like a heads-up display that provides performance information, displaying aiming points and enlarging mini maps.

The monitor features AI Auto Game Mode too.⁴ Just put a game in the console, and set the genre to “Auto” in the game bar. AI Auto Game Mode will analyze the game title and automatically switch the setting to display the optimal image quality and sound for the genre of the game.

You can feel the difference in the audio and visual experience — the screen’s color becomes clear and rich sound fills the space. The three-dimensional and lively sound creates a high sense of immersion as if you’re entering the gaming world.

Before, gamers had to manually switch the setting based on the game they were playing. Now, players can save time and minimize disruptions when a new game is started, while also enjoying the game in its optimal state.

▲ When playing “Cyberpunk 2077,” gamers can experience AI Auto Game Mode, which analyzes the game title and automatically switches the setting to display the optimal image quality and sound.

▲ (Left) AI Auto Game Mode, (Right) Original

And since the Odyssey OLED G8 supports the Samsung Gaming Hub, “Gamer S” can even play console games without downloading, and no console required. Now, when you turn on the game controller, you’re automatically connected to the Gaming Hub.⁵

The Odyssey OLED G8, Your ‘All-Around’ Companion, Guiding You to a Gamer’s Utopia

From gaming to streaming to 4K video content viewing, the Odyssey OLED G8 delivers the best experience for gamers like “Gamer S” everywhere. If you are a gamer who wants to elevate your skills with a single monitor, look no further. With the Odyssey OLED G8, your gaming room will turn into a utopia.

▲ The Odyssey OLED G8 invites gamers to a utopia.

¹ When “Adjust Logo Brightness” setting is on “Off” or “Low,” Thermal Modulation is active in pre-set picture modes only. When “Adjust Logo Brightness” setting is on “High,” Thermal Modulation is always active.
² AI upscaling works only when using the built-in Smart TV apps and Samsung Gaming Hub (PQ priority mode).
³ AI Motion Enhancer Pro is only available in the built-in Smart TV apps. Viewing experience may vary according to types of content and format.
⁴ AI Auto Game Mode is available for certain console games only. Availability may vary according to gaming content and format.
⁵ Gaming Hub is available in limited countries, with app availability differing by country. Accessing Gaming Hub is free of charge. Subscription may be required to access content offered by game-stream providers on the Gaming Hub platform.

Tech Seminar sessions are a longstanding program, having delivered detailed information and exclusive hands-on experiences with new products for the past 13 years. As part of Samsung’s Visual Display vision — “We look out of the box to inspire new ways of life” — this year the company is displaying select, cutting-edge technologies from its 2024 lineup that offer new lifestyles and new ways of consuming content.

The 2024 European Tech Seminar in Frankfurt sets the stage for similar sessions in major regions worldwide later this year, including Southeast Asia and Latin America. At these events, Samsung will feature new technologies that span across the latest TVs and lifestyle product lineup:

• Samsung’s 75-inch Neo QLED 8K QN900D incorporates the new and powerful NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor, which supports features like 8K AI Upscaling Pro and AI Motion Enhancer Pro for the best Neo QLED 8K visuals to date.
• The 2024 Tizen OS brings content front and center, offering a personalized experience based on different accounts set up on smart TVs. Tizen features services such as Samsung Gaming Hub, an all-in-one game streaming discovery platform, with content recommendations for a convenient and tailored cloud gaming experience.
• Music Frame is a customizable wireless speaker designed to seamlessly blend into its surroundings. It can operate as a standalone speaker, or it can pair with a Samsung TV and soundbar via Q-Symphony to deliver a more immersive viewing experience with surround sound.
• New OLED Glare Free technology was specifically designed for Samsung’s 2024 OLED screens and preserves color accuracy and image sharpness while reducing reflections from nearby lighting. The new, specialized hard-coating layer and surface coating pattern overcomes the trade-off between gloss and reflection.

▲ Martin Kim, Picture Quality Solution Lab at Samsung Electronics, explains that the 2024 Neo QLED 8K incorporates the new and powerful NQ8 AI Gen3 Processor, supporting AI-backed features such as 8K AI Upscaling Pro and AI Motion Enhancer Pro.

▲ Andrew Sohn, Picture Quality Solution Lab at Samsung Electronics, shows off Samsung’s AI engine that can instantly optimize picture and sound quality based on the game or genre being played.

▲ Haylie Jung, Picture Quality Solution Lab at Samsung Electronics, demonstrates how users can set up their own profiles on the 2024 Tizen OS for Samsung Smart TVs to enjoy a customized experience including personal recommendations.

▲ Music Frame is a customizable wireless speaker designed to seamlessly blend into its surroundings.

“Kicking off our Tech Seminar series is always something we look forward to,” said Yongjae Kim, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Each year we have the opportunity to meet with local media and professionals, not just to provide in-depth demonstrations and explanations on new technology, but also to discuss the products we are most excited about and hear their feedback.”

For more information on Samsung’s 2024 TV and lifestyle product lineup, visit samsung.com.