How to Access KR and EU Servers in Throne and Liberty Without VPN Using Proxy

Throne and Liberty is one of the most anticipated MMORPGs of recent years, but regional restrictions are troubling players from the CIS: Korean servers are closed for direct access, European ones sometimes work unstably, and VPNs increase ping and cause additional problems. Proxies solve this issue differently — without speed drops and without the risk of account bans. In this guide, we will discuss which type of proxy is suitable for each server, how to set everything up, and what mistakes to avoid.

Why VPNs Are Not Suitable for Throne and Liberty

The first instinct of most players is to set up a VPN and connect to the desired server. This makes sense: a VPN changes your IP and hides your real location. However, in the case of Throne and Liberty, this approach creates more problems than it solves.

First, NCSoft (the game's developer) actively monitors VPN traffic. Popular VPN services use datacenter IP addresses that have long been blacklisted by anti-fraud systems. When you connect through such an IP, the system sees not "a player from Korea" but "someone hiding their location." This is a direct path to a warning or account ban.

Second, a VPN adds an unnecessary "hop" in the packet route. Your traffic goes: you → VPN server → game server. This increases latency by 30–80 ms depending on the distance to the VPN node. For MMORPGs with active PvP, this is critical: 200+ ms of ping turns the game into a slideshow.

Third, many VPN services use shared IP addresses: hundreds of users are on the same IP at the same time. If one of them violates the game's rules, the entire IP gets blacklisted. You may receive a ban not due to your actions but simply because your "neighbors" on the IP turned out to be violators.

Proxies work differently. Residential proxies use real IPs from home users in the desired country — to NCSoft's system, you appear as an ordinary player from Korea or Germany. No red flags, no suspicions. This is why a properly configured proxy provides stable access where VPNs are already blocked.

Which Type of Proxy to Choose: Residential, Mobile, or Datacenter

Not all proxies are equally suitable for gaming tasks. Let's break down the three main types and their applicability for Throne and Liberty.

Residential proxies are the optimal choice for most players. They use IPs from real home users in the desired country. For the Korean server, you take a proxy with a Korean IP; for the European server, one with a German or French IP. The NCSoft system sees an ordinary user, not a proxy or VPN.

Mobile proxies are an option with maximum protection. Mobile IP addresses rarely get blacklisted because one IP can be used by thousands of subscribers of the operator. The downside is a slightly higher price and sometimes unstable speed due to the peculiarities of mobile networks. Suitable for those who are particularly concerned about account safety.

Datacenter proxies are the fastest and cheapest, but for Throne and Liberty, they are practically useless. Their IP ranges are well known to anti-fraud systems, and the likelihood of blocking is very high. Use them only for tasks where anonymity is not critical — for example, to check the availability of the game site or download patches.

Protocol: for gaming tasks, choose SOCKS5 instead of HTTP/HTTPS. SOCKS5 operates at the TCP/UDP level and supports gaming protocols — HTTP proxies simply won't work with the game client.

Accessing the Korean Server (KR): Step-by-Step Setup

The Korean server of Throne and Liberty is the most developed: updates appear there first, there is an active PvP community, and fresh content. However, access for players from the CIS is blocked at the level of geoblocking. Here’s how to bypass it.

Step 1: Obtain a Korean Proxy

You need a residential proxy with an IP from South Korea (KR). When choosing a provider, ensure that Korea, South or KR is listed among the available countries. The protocol must be SOCKS5. Write down the connection details: host (IP or domain), port, username, password.

Step 2: Set Up Proxifier or an Equivalent

The Throne and Liberty game client does not have built-in proxy support — you need a middleware program that intercepts the traffic of a specific application and directs it through the proxy. The most popular options are:

• Proxifier (Windows/Mac) — the most common solution, supports application-specific rules
• ProxyCap — an alternative to Proxifier with similar functionality
• Shadowsocks — a more advanced option that requires a bit more configuration

Configuration in Proxifier:

1. Open Proxifier → menu Profile → Proxy Servers
2. Click Add and enter the details: proxy address, port, select type SOCKS5
3. Enable authentication, enter the username and password for the proxy
4. Click Check — a message about successful connection should appear
5. Go to Profile → Proxification Rules
6. Click Add, in the Applications field specify the path to the game executable (usually TNLA.exe or similar)
7. In the Action field, select the created proxy server
8. Save the rule and launch the game

Step 3: Create and Access a KR Account

A NCSoft Korea or PURPLE (the official NCSoft launcher) account is required for the Korean server. Registration also requires a Korean IP — perform it through the same proxy. During registration, a Korean phone number or verification through KSSN (Korean Social Security Number) will be required. Some players use services to rent Korean numbers for SMS verification — this is a separate step not related to proxy setup.

Accessing the European Server (EU): Features and Setup

The European server of Throne and Liberty is officially available for players from Europe through Amazon Games. For players from Russia, Belarus, and several other CIS countries, access may be restricted at the store level (Steam or Amazon) or the client itself. Additionally, some regions periodically face restrictions due to the sanction policies of the platforms.

Features of the EU Server

• The game is distributed through Steam and Amazon Games — both require the corresponding region for the account
• Ping from the CIS to European servers is usually 50–100 ms without a proxy, with a proxy — depends on the geolocation of the node
• For EU, a proxy with an IP from any EU country is sufficient: Germany, Netherlands, France, Poland
• German and Dutch IPs usually provide the best speed due to good infrastructure

Setup for the EU Server

The algorithm is similar to the Korean server, but there are nuances:

1. Select a residential proxy with an IP from an EU country — Germany (DE) or the Netherlands (NL) are preferable
2. Set up Proxifier according to the same scheme described above for the KR server
3. If the issue is specifically with regional restrictions on Steam — first change the region of your Steam account through settings (this also requires an active proxy with the desired IP)
4. Download and install the game client for the EU version
5. Launch the game only with the active proxy through Proxifier

If you already have a Steam account with a European region — simply set up Proxifier to redirect the game traffic. Changing the region of a Steam account without a proxy with the desired IP will not work — the platform checks the correspondence of the IP and the selected region.

Ping and Stability: How Not to Ruin Your Gaming Experience

The most common fear when using proxies in games is "will there be high ping." This is a justified concern, but it can be minimized by choosing the right proxy provider and settings.

What Affects Ping When Using Proxies

• Physical distance to the proxy node — the closer the node is to you and the game server, the lower the latency
• Type of proxy — residential proxies are slightly slower than datacenter ones, but more stable in the long run
• Load on the proxy server — if the node is overloaded with other users, the ping increases
• Quality of routing — a good provider uses optimized routes

Practical Tips for Reducing Ping

1. Choose proxy nodes closer to the game server. For the KR server, look for proxies with nodes in Japan, Singapore, or Korea itself — they will provide the lowest latency. For the EU — Germany, Netherlands, Poland.

2. Use static residential proxies. Unlike rotating ones (which change IP every few minutes), static ones keep one IP throughout the session. This is critical for gaming — changing IP during a match or dungeon will lead to a connection drop.

3. Test before serious gaming. Connect through the proxy, enter the game, and check the ping in the settings. If the latency is above 200 ms — try another proxy node or another country. Most providers allow switching between nodes.

4. Close unnecessary applications. If other programs (browser, torrent) are running through the same proxy, they "consume" bandwidth. In Proxifier, you can set rules so that only the game goes through the proxy, while the rest of the traffic goes directly.

5. The time of day matters. During peak hours (evening Moscow time), the load on proxy nodes is higher. If possible — play in the morning or daytime for a more stable connection.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Most problems when setting up proxies for Throne and Liberty arise from typical mistakes. Here are the most common ones and how to fix them.

Mistake 1: Using HTTP Proxies Instead of SOCKS5

HTTP proxies only work with web traffic (browsers, HTTP requests). Game clients use their own protocols over TCP/UDP, which HTTP proxies do not support. The result is that the game either does not start or does not connect to the server. Always choose SOCKS5.

Mistake 2: Rotating Proxies Instead of Static Ones

Rotating proxies change IP every N minutes or every request. For gaming, this is catastrophic: changing IP in the middle of a session = connection drop and being kicked from the game. When purchasing proxies, look for the option "static" or "sticky session" — this means the IP remains unchanged for a specified time (usually 24 hours or until the end of the session).

Mistake 3: Incorrect Executable File Specified in Proxifier

If the wrong file is specified in Proxifier rules, the game's traffic will bypass the proxy. Ensure that you have specified the main executable file of the client, not the launcher or auxiliary process. You can check this through the Windows Task Manager — see which process is active during the game and specify that one.

Mistake 4: Using One Proxy for Multiple Accounts

If you manage multiple accounts (for example, a main and an alternative), do not use the same IP for them. The game's security systems track multiple logins from one address — this is a signal for investigation. Use a separate proxy for each account.

Mistake 5: Ignoring DNS Leaks

Even with a configured SOCKS5 proxy, DNS requests may go through your real provider, revealing your true location. In Proxifier, this is resolved by enabling the “Resolve hostnames through proxy” option — then all DNS requests also go through the proxy server.

Mistake 6: Buying "Gaming" Proxies from Unreliable Sellers

There are many offers online for "proxies specifically for gaming" at low prices. Some of them are just regular datacenter proxies with fancy marketing that are easily blocked. Always check if the IP is residential using IP type checking services: ipinfo.io or whoer.net will show the type of IP (residential/datacenter/mobile) even before starting the game.

Questions and Answers

Can you get banned for using a proxy in Throne and Liberty?

A proxy itself is just a way to connect to the internet. NCSoft does not ban for using proxies directly. The risk arises if "exposed" server IPs are used or if the proxy is used to violate game rules (bots, cheats). Residential proxies with clean IPs do not trigger automatic bans.

Is a proxy needed constantly or just for the first login?

For the KR server, a proxy is needed constantly — at every game login. If you log in without a proxy from a Russian IP, the system will see a regional mismatch and may block access or the account. For the EU server, the situation depends on whether your region is completely blocked or just at the store level — in some cases, after changing the Steam region, a proxy is only needed for purchases and downloads, but not for playing.

Does Proxifier work on Mac?

Yes, Proxifier is available for macOS. Throne and Liberty also has a Mac client. The setup is similar to the Windows version: add the proxy server, create a rule for the game process.

How much does a residential proxy for gaming cost?

For gaming, one static residential IP is sufficient — this is significantly cheaper than a package of rotating proxies. Most providers offer static residential IPs as a separate service. For one gaming account, the minimum tariff will suffice.

What to do if the proxy is connected but the game still won’t let you on the server?

Check step by step: 1) ensure the proxy is active (check the IP on ipinfo.io — it should show the desired country); 2) check that the rule in Proxifier applies specifically to the game process; 3) enable the “Resolve hostnames through proxy” option; 4) try another proxy node from the same country. If nothing helps — the IP may already be on the blacklist, change the proxy.

Conclusion

Accessing the Korean and European servers of Throne and Liberty is a solvable task if approached correctly. VPNs create more problems than they solve: server IPs are easily blocked, ping increases, and accounts risk getting flagged. Residential proxies with the required geolocation + Proxifier for redirecting game traffic is a combination that works stably and does not attract the attention of anti-fraud systems.

The main rules: use SOCKS5, choose static (not rotating) proxies, enable DNS resolution through the proxy, and do not switch between IPs in the middle of a session. For the KR server, take a Korean IP; for the EU — a German or Dutch one. Check the type of IP before playing to ensure it is indeed a residential address.

If you want stable access to the desired server without the risk of account bans, we recommend trying residential proxies — they provide a real IP from the desired country and minimal risk of blocks from both game servers and distribution platforms.