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Ananta in 2026 | Release Date, Closed Beta, Outfits, PvP, Gacha and More – Everything You NEED To Know

Flaccid Stix — Fri, 08 May 2026 15:32:03 +0000

In a gaming landscape packed with gacha-heavy mobile titles and sprawling but often empty open worlds, Ananta (formerly Project Mugen) stands out as NetEase’s ambitious attempt to blend the freedom of GTA, the traversal of Spider-Man, the relationship-building of Persona, and the chaotic urban life of Yakuza, all wrapped in a vibrant anime aesthetic.

Nova City: A Manhattan-Sized Playground That Actually Feels Alive

At the heart of Ananta is Nova City, a dense urban environment roughly the size of Manhattan. Developers aren’t just focusing on empty scale – they’re taking the time to create something dense and interactive. The city operates on a 24/7 cycle with NPCs following realistic routines. Cause a traffic jam in one district, and it ripples across the map. Start a fight, and bystanders react like real people: fleeing, calling for help, or simply staring.
The philosophy is simple: if you see it, you should be able to interact with it. Open doors, play actual basketball mini-games, watch movies in theaters, snoop through NPCs’ phones, rearrange furniture while people are sitting, or just cause harmless mayhem (this is where we’re REALLY going to have fun.) You can punch or shoot civilians for chaos, but the game stops short of letting you kill them – unfortunately. Traversal makes use of Spider-Man swinging between skyscrapers, grinding rails, and zipping around the city with style. Co-op multiplayer lets friends join the fun seamlessly.
Updates won’t just drop new areas. Instead, the team plans to gradually increase urban density in existing zones – adding more shops, theaters, and activities, so the city feels like it’s genuinely growing and evolving over time.

The Captain and the No Character Gacha System

You play as The Captain, the new leader of the Anti-Chaos Directorate (ACD), Nova City’s peacekeeping force. Both male and female Captain options are available at launch (I confirmed this at Gamescom 2025). Supposedly, dialogue and romance options will differ slightly depending on your choice of protagonist.

The biggest departure from typical free-to-play gacha games is the lack of character gacha. Every crew member joins through story progression or organic open-world encounters. You start solo and naturally recruit a full squad as you play, there are absolutely no banners, no pity pulls, no wallet pressure. Characters have their own lives, jobs, and personalities in the city until events pull them into your crew. Switching between them mid-gameplay is seamless (similar to GTA, with each character doing their own thing in city independently of you,) each bringing unique combat skills, traversal tools, and story perspectives. Ananta also boasts an exceptionally flexible fashion system that perfectly complements the crew-focused gameplay. Every character has access to the exact same pool of outfits – there are no character-exclusive clothes. Once you obtain an outfit (through free or premium cosmetic options), any crew member of the matching gender can wear it.

Most impressively, all clothing dynamically warps and morphs to perfectly fit each individual character’s unique body type, proportions, height, and build. Whether a character is tall and athletic, short and curvy, or anywhere in between, the outfit intelligently adapts so it always looks natural and tailored. This makes every cosmetic far more versatile and valuable, giving players massive creative freedom to style their entire squad exactly how they want. And you bet players will goon to this like none other.

PVP Confirmed, Release Window Targeted, and Beta Progress

PVP has been confirmed, and it sounds GTA-inspired with open-world flair. The game explicitly supports PVP alongside free building and exploration. Information publicly available online notes the following potential game modes:

Close-combat Battle Royale
Prop Hunt
FPS mode
Extraction Shooter
Escape/co-op modes
Free Battle (Minecraft-style Bed Wars)
Special skills fighting
Tactical Battle Royale
Racing
Sports-type events
Large-scale dungeon scoring
Traditional dungeon modes

This expands Ananta beyond pure story and sandbox exploration, into competitive multiplayer territory.

NetEase plans to keep polishing core gameplay and stockpiling long-term content. According to a mention on their website recently, the full Global release is being targeted for the end of Q3 2026 (July-September). Whether this happens, or is a placeholder date for investors remains to be seen.

An offline/closed technical test already took place in January 2026. Feedback from participants (including some streamers and TapTap users) was overwhelmingly positive. Community consensus points to more public or closed beta tests arriving soon – likely in the coming months – if the release in Q3 is to be believed, to stress-test servers and refine the experience.

Pre-registrations are open now on the official site, with cross-platform play confirmed.

Neo Artifacts is Launching Globally on May 7, 2026

Flaccid Stix — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:03:29 +0000

Neo Artifacts is an upcoming turn-based tactical SRPG Gacha game launching Globally on May 7, 2026.

The game features:

Stunning hand-drawn character art and designs

Individual character stories and deeper “cultivation” for lore and synergy

A mix of strategy, collection, and light narrative

Battles are grid-based, turn-based tactical combat (manual play is actually required for more difficult content)

Localization needed some work

No native PC client – so you have to use emulators or play on mobile I’m excited to play this next month! I’ve been looking forward to this since last year!

If you enjoy tactical SRPGs with beautiful anime-style character designs and a fresh “living artifacts” theme, it’s worth trying. It’s a solid mid-tier gacha launch in terms of reception: great art and tactics, but some localization/PvP issues.

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ReMemento: White Shadow Global Release Date Confirmed For May 2025

Flaccid Stix — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:09:59 +0000

Rememento: White Shadow is a turn-based RPG that dropped in late 2024, developed by a small studio with big anime energy. It’s set in a dark, semi-open world where you play a Chosen One (classic, right?) tasked with saving the universe from an ancient nightmare god. The game runs on Unreal Engine 5, so it’s visually stunning—crisp, vibrant, and dripping with atmosphere.

Rememento: White Shadow isn’t fully open-world, but it’s got a semi-open setup. You get large, explorable zones with a gothic, anime-infused vibe— with sprawling ruins, misty forests, and destroyed temples. These areas let you roam, hunt for loot, and stumble into side quests or enemies, but it’s not a seamless, go-anywhere sandbox like, say, Elden Ring. The game funnels you through a mix of linear story beats and open-ended exploration, balancing freedom with its tactical RPG core.

ReMemento White Shadow Release Date Confirmed

According to a Reddit thread over on our subreddit, r/stix, along with my own personal review video, the ReMemento dev team confirmed that the game will be releasing Globally in May 2025.

Re:Memento launching Globaly next month ?
byu/hancokBowa inStix

Hi!
We’re Blackstorm, the developers of Rememento: White Shadow.

Thanks so much for playing our game and sharing your review — we truly appreciate your support!🙏
We really enjoyed your video, and it means a lot to us.

Thanks to the love from players like you, we’re excited to announce that we’re preparing for a global launch this May!🌍
The game will include multiple languages, Japanese voiceovers, and new content with the global version.
We’ll keep working hard to make Rememento even better, and we hope you’ll continue to enjoy the journey with us!

Thanks again for being part of our community!💙

Odin Valhalla Rising Confirms Global Release Date

Flaccid Stix — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:14:07 +0000

Odin: Valhalla Rising is an open-world MMORPG developed by Lionheart Studio and published by Kakao Games, steeped in Norse mythology. Initially launched in South Korea on June 29, 2021, with subsequent releases in Japan and Taiwan, it’s slated for a global rollout in North America and Europe by June 31, 2025, across PC and mobile platforms with cross-play support.

The game takes place in a sprawling, interconnected world inspired by the Nine Realms of Norse lore—Midgard, Jotunheim, Nidavellir, Alfheim, and beyond. Players step into the role of a customizable warrior tasked with thwarting Ragnarok, the prophesied end of the gods. The narrative pits you against iconic figures like Odin, Thor, Loki, and Freya, alongside colossal foes such as giants, dragons, and the world serpent Jormungandr. It’s less about a linear story and more about exploration and epic clashes, with lore woven into quests and environments.

Compared to peers like Lineage or Blade & Soul, Odin emphasizes spectacle and cross-platform accessibility. It’s not revolutionary—borrowing heavily from MMO tropes—but its Norse flair and ambition make it a contender for fans of the genre. Pre-registration for the global version starts April 3, 2025, with rewards to ease the grind.

Gameplay leverages Unreal Engine 4 for a visually striking experience, featuring seamless open-world traversal—think climbing cliffs, swimming rivers, or gliding across vast landscapes. Combat is action-oriented, with real-time hack-and-slash mechanics tied to four base classes (Warrior, Sorceress, Rogue, Priest), each branching into specialized roles like berserker or necromancer as you level up. Skills are flashy and combo-driven, with dodging and timing key to taking down massive bosses or rival players.

The scale is a standout: battles can involve hundreds of players in sieges or realm wars, with guild-driven PvP and PvE raids against gods and titans. Loot and crafting systems tie into progression, though microtransactions (cosmetics, boosts, and gear enhancers) play a significant role, reflecting its free-to-play model. It’s not a gacha game—characters aren’t pulled—but premium currencies like Crystals and Gold fuel its economy, sparking some pay-to-win debates among Korean players.

Visually, it’s a technical flex, with detailed character models, dynamic weather, and sprawling vistas that rival PC MMOs like Black Desert Online. The soundtrack, orchestral and moody, complements the mythic tone.

E.T.E Chronicle Confirms Global Release Date

Flaccid Stix — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:30:42 +0000

E.T.E Chronicle is a 3D mecha-shooter RPG developed by BILIBILI, set for a global mobile release on iOS and Android on March 13, 2025. It blends anime-style aesthetics with fast-paced action, focusing on a cast of female pilots who control customizable mechs in a futuristic world. The game’s full title, E.T.E Chronicle (with “E.T.E” standing for “Eons of Time Eternal,” per some promotional hints), reflects its sci-fi narrative.

The release date for E.T.E Chronicle is April 15, 2025. It is scheduled for a global launch on mobile platforms (iOS and Android). Pre-downloads are already available, with the official rollout confirmed for this date via the official Steam community page. Servers are expected to go live at 10:00‎ (UTC+8), though regional times may vary slightly due to store rollout differences.

The story centers on a post-apocalyptic Earth divided among factions after a cataclysmic event. You play as a commander overseeing a group of pilots—each with distinct personalities and backstories—who operate mechs to fight rogue machines, rival factions, and mysterious threats tied to the planet’s collapse. The setting mixes high-tech cities with desolate wastelands, and the plot explores themes of survival, loyalty, and uncovering the truth behind the world’s state.

Gameplay combines third-person shooter mechanics with RPG elements. You control mechs in real-time battles, dodging enemy barrages and unleashing combos with weapons like railguns, missile launchers, and energy blades. The mechs are customizable, letting you tweak parts and loadouts, while the pilots have unique skills that influence combat—think snipers with precision strikes or brawlers with heavy AoE attacks. A gacha system drives progression, allowing you to pull for new pilots, mechs, and gear, with rates and pity mechanics typical of the genre (though specifics like drop percentages aren’t fully public yet).

Visually, it leans into a sleek anime art style, with detailed character designs and vibrant mech animations. The soundtrack, teased in trailers, has an electronic-orchestral vibe suited to its sci-fi tone. It’s free-to-play with in-app purchases, and pre-registration rewards include premium currency and an exclusive pilot skin.

The game’s been praised in early impressions for its polished combat and visuals but has some criticism for a cluttered UI and predictable story beats from its soft launch in select regions. It’s positioned as a competitor to titles like Punishing: Gray Raven or Honkai Impact 3rd, aiming to carve a niche with its mecha focus. Posts on X highlight excitement for its English release, though some note the inevitable gacha grind as a potential downside.

Madoka Magica Magia Exedra Confirms Simultaneous Global Release Date

Flaccid Stix — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 14:28:06 +0000

The release date for Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Magia Exedra is March 27, 2025. This date was confirmed for a worldwide release across iOS, Android, and PC via Steam, following an announcement on March 8, 2025, after the game’s initial 2024 window was delayed to Spring 2025 for quality improvements. The developers, Pokelabo and f4samurai, along with publisher Aniplex, have been sharing updates, including character reveals and gameplay details, as the launch approaches.

Puella Magi Madoka Magica: Magia Exedra is a mobile and PC gacha RPG set in the Puella Magi Madoka Magica universe, developed by Pokelabo and f4samurai and published by Aniplex. It’s a spin-off that expands on the franchise’s dark magical girl narrative, blending new storytelling with familiar characters and themes.

The game follows a new protagonist, an amnesiac girl who wakes up in a mysterious “lighthouse” within a world called the “Boundary”—a liminal space where fragments of magical girls’ memories and worlds converge. She’s guided by Kyubey, the manipulative mascot of the series, who tasks her with restoring “lost records” by collecting “Magia”—the energy tied to magical girls’ emotions and fates. This involves exploring the Boundary, battling witches, and unraveling the lighthouse’s secrets, with the promise of regaining her own memories as the stakes rise.

Gameplay revolves around turn-based combat with teams of up to five magical girls, drawn from a roster spanning the entire Madoka Magica franchise—original series characters like Madoka Kaname and Homura Akemi, plus others from spin-offs like Magia Record. Players collect these characters via a gacha system, customize them with Memoria cards (equippable items reflecting key moments), and deploy them in 3D battles against witches and their familiars. The combat emphasizes strategy through elemental affinities (e.g., light, dark, fire) and signature moves like Madoka’s arrow barrage or Mami’s Tiro Finale.

The story is framed as a “Magical Girl Multiverse,” integrating characters and settings from various timelines and spin-offs into a single narrative. It’s overseen by Gekidan Inu Curry, the creative duo behind the original series’ witch designs, ensuring the surreal, nightmarish aesthetic—think labyrinthine stages and abstract enemies—stays true to the source. The soundtrack, composed by Yuki Kajiura, who scored the anime, adds to the emotional weight.

While it builds on Magia Record’s legacy (which shut down in 2024), Magia Exedra aims to stand alone, offering a fresh entry point with a darker, mystery-driven plot. It launches globally on March 27, 2025, with pre-registration rewards like free pulls and an exclusive Homura card to hook players into its bittersweet world.

Scarlet Tide: ZeroERA Release Date?

Flaccid Stix — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:03:32 +0000

Scarlet Tide: ZeroEra (赤潮) is Yomio’s brand new upcoming instanced, turn-based Anime RPG. It features a rich narrative, and a focus on shota characters as opposed to lolis like Blue Archive, appealing to an entirely different, much more niche demographic.

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According to official sources, Scarlet Tide: ZeroEra is a horizontal 2.5D box-style turn-based RPG.

There are 2 versions confirmed to be releasing in 2025: The Early Access version will be completely standalone, with a single-time purchase. This is scheduled to release in early 2025, on to both Steam and mobile devices. A separate version – the official release of the game, will be free to play rather than paid, and will feature a fully implemented Gacha system. Much like the Early Access iteration of the game, it is confirmed to be releasing in 2025, although towards the end of it. It is also confirmed to be releasing Globally – although it’s unknown if it will have a simultaneous release.

Duet Night Abyss Global Release Date

Flaccid Stix — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 21:52:07 +0000

Duet Night Abyss is a highly anticipated Anime Gacha RPG that has the Gacha community excited. It offers an enormous open-world for players to explore, some of the fastest third-person action combat available in the genre, both female and male characters to recruit via Gacha, and the ability to engage enemies – and explore, both on land or via air, in impressive aerial combat.

Duet Night Abyss has all of us excited, but this ultimately means nothing if we’re unable to play it, right? Which is why a Global release is so important. But is Duet Night Abyss releasing Globally, and if so, when is the release date specifically?

Thankfully, it was confirmed that the studio behind Duet Night Abyss are already looking to release the game Globally, and across various platforms in the near future. When specifically is unconfirmed. We’re unsure whether the game will be releasing simultaneously worldwide, or if it will release in China first then overseas at a later date. One thing we do know is that we should be receiving it Globally, which should at the very least lessen the stress of whether we’ll ever get to play it or not.

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Wang Yue Global Release Date

Flaccid Stix — Fri, 03 Nov 2023 18:56:24 +0000

Wang Yue is an Anime Gacha RPG that has everyone excited. It offers an enormous open-world for players to explore, fast action combat, both female and male characters to recruit via Gacha, an extensive vehicle customizer, and the most advanced questing system ever implemented: Full, AI-generated side-quests. This provides players infinite replayability, and an ever-evolving world.

While a lot has been promised, this all means nothing if we can’t play it, right? Which is why a Global release is so important. But is Wang Yue releasing Globally, and if so, when is the release date specifically?

The studio behind Wang Yue are looking to release the game Globally, and across various consoles in the near future. When specifically is unconfirmed. We’re unsure whether the game will be releasing simultaneously worldwide, or if it will release in China first then overseas at a later date. One thing we do know is that we should be receiving it Globally.

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