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PS5's Fastest Growing Open World Adds Beach Volleyball, Jet Skis, and Construction Work

Plus, a new island built for Initial D-style drifting. With its previous update, urban open world NTE added an entire fantasy RPG mode – and I continue to be flabbergasted by Chinese dev Hotta Studio’s ongoing support for this title. Its next PS5 update, due out on 19th August, includes a dizzying array of new activities – including a beach volleyball minigame, jet ski races, construction work, and a new island centred around Initial D-style drift racing. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Neverness to Everness version 1.3 update ‘Rising from the Moonlight Fog’ launches August 19

The version 1.3 update for free-to-play supernatural urban open-world action RPG Neverness to Everness, dubbed …

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“Each ability feels like it could have been the central mechanic of its own game.” We ask a fellow developer what makes NTE: Neverness to Everness so impressive

Indie-Us-Games CEO Masahiko Nakamura talks about the the strengths of NTE: Neverness to Everness from a dev's perspective.

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Interview

Neverness to Everness has patched out a character’s shorts in favor of panties following complaints

The update to Shinku on Chinese servers rolled out in just half a day.

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This PS5 Open World Game Is Adding an Entire Fantasy RPG as an Extra Activity

Sure, okay. I’m a little stunned by the latest update to NTE, scheduled to release on 8th July. Fans will know the GTA-inspired open world launched earlier this year with a variety of activities, ranging from racing to shop management. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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First Major Update for PS5's NTE Will Let You Mute Its Worst Character

Plus, in-game social media! New island! Mario Kart mode! More! Free-to-play open world game NTE’s first major update is coming 3rd June, and here’s the biggest news: you’ll be able to mute irritating otter Taygedo if you, like me, are sick of his sh*t. Chinese dev Hotta probably got a lot of feedback about this particularly irritating critter, and so moving forward you won’t need to hear his repetitive voice lines. Thank god for that! Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Neverness to Everness version 1.1 update ‘Dreamwalk Corridor’ launches June 3

The version 1.1 update for free-to-play supernatural urban open-world action RPG Neverness to Everness, dubbed … Source

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Find Out What's Next for PS5's GTA-Like Anime Open World Later This Week

NTE's v1.1 is coming. If you’re new to the world of free-to-play gacha games, then you may not know they’re on a strict update cycle. What does that mean? Well, the day one offering is just the start – these games update every six weeks or so, adding new characters, quests, and activities over time. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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'NTE Is Built on Human Creativity': Dev to Rework Generative AI Assets in PS5 Open World

"Your feedback shapes this game". While open world gacha game NTE has enjoyed a big launch, trouble has been brewing beneath the surface regarding accusations of generative AI usage. Fans found some art assets in the outing which demonstrated obvious use of generative AI, generally on advertising hoardings around the city of Heathereau. These were identified due to some strange artefacts, consistent with the use of generative AI. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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The gacha in Neverness to Everness isn't as generous as it seems—here's how it works and why I've been more tempted to pull banners than ever

Here's everything you need to know about how banners, pulls, and pity work in Neverness to Everness before you get carried away in that board game.

PC Gamer / Jessica Orr

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The gacha in Neverness to Everness isn't as generous as it seems—here's how it works and why I've been more tempted to pull banners than ever

Here's everything you need to know about how banners, pulls, and pity work in Neverness to Everness before you get carried away in that board game.

PC Gamer / Jessica Orr

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Japanese Devs Think It May Be Impossible for Them to Make a Game Like NTE on PS5

"There's simply not enough time". With its anime character designs and references to real-life locations like Akihabara, newly released PS5 gacha phenomenon NTE is as Japanese as a game can be. But it’s made by Chinese dev Hotta Studio, under the Perfect World umbrella. This has prompted plenty of consternation within Japanese development circles: why can’t Japan make an open world game like this? Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Neverness to Everness has charmed me with its wacky cast but there's no way it becomes my gacha mainstay

Offbeat humor and lovable characters aren’t enough to save this "anime GTA" from its lackluster open world.

PC Gamer / Jessica Orr

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PS5's NTE Makes Back One-Third of Its Budget in Just One Day

That'll do. Free-to-play gacha game NTE is tipped to have made back approximately one-third of its development budget in just one day. The urban open world – which launched as a PS5 console exclusive last week, alongside PC and mobile – generated CN¥100 million (~$14.6 million) across all platforms on launch day, according to a Q&A released by publisher Perfect World to investors. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Begin your journey in NTE with us

NTE: Neverness to Everness is a brand new anime-style urban open-world game with so much to do. Let us help you get your bearings...

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Neverness to Everness codes and how to redeem them for free Annulith

Get the latest Annulith freebies for pulling characters.

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Here's the Neverness to Everness release date and time for your region

Keep track of when you can start playing with an NTE countdown timer.

PC Gamer / Andrea Shearon

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'Shimmering-Free 4K at a Silky-Smooth 60fps': Anime Open World NTE Will Push PS5 Pro

Leveraging PSSR2 and more. Upcoming anime open world NTE: Neverness to Everness will take full advantage of the PS5 Pro, supporting PSSR2 to ensure a “shimmering-free, stable 4K output at a silky-smooth 60Hz”. That’s according to a new PS Blog post on the upcoming PS5 console exclusive, which also reveals the title will leverage Sony’s supercharged hardware to deliver “higher internal rendering resolutions and add advanced effects like volumetric fog and Distance Field Ambient Occlusion”. Read t

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NTE: Neverness to Everness out April 29, new gameplay details revealed

NTE: Neverness to Everness is a supernatural urban open-world game coming to PS5 April 29. You will step into the shoes of an Appraiser, embarking on an extraordinary supernatural adventure in the bustling metropolis of Hethereau. Today, we’re detailing the game’s PS5 Pro enhancements, revealing new modes and a first person perspective option. But first, […]

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PS5's NTE Blows Up Gacha Norms with 470 Free Pulls and No 50/50

Here's everything you need to know. Anime open world NTE’s pre-launch livestream has concluded, confirming fans can earn an eye-watering 470 free pulls when v1.00 launches for PS5 on 29th April. As the Perfect World outing is eliminating 50/50s from its gacha system, that’s enough to unlock five free characters, including the Standard Board, which guarantees one free S-Rank within 50 pulls. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Neverness to Everness launch trailer; music collaborations announced

Publisher Perfect World Games and developer Hotta Studio have released the launch trailer and a … Source

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Trailer

The Dev of This GTA-Style Anime Open World Really Understood Its Assignment

City livin'. The makers of NTE: Neverness to Everness have been busy these past few years, as this brand new PS5 gameplay trailer illustrates. Paired with some pulpy pop music, here we get a glimpse of the full range of activities you can expect from the upcoming free-to-play open world game, which is due out on 29th April as a console exclusive. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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PS5 Anime RPG NTE Gets 18th April Livestream, Free Rewards Expected

Here we go again, then. A big pre-launch livestream for upcoming anime open world adventure NTE: Neverness to Everness will take place on 18th April. The broadcast will air at 18:00 UTC on YouTube, which is at the following times around the world: Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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This GTA-Inspired Anime Open World Deserves a Place on Your PS5, But Maybe Not Your Pre-Order

Just a month to wait. We put about ten hours into NTE’s recent PS5 beta test, and the outrageous production values had our jaws on the floor. Even if you’re not a fan of these anime gacha games, you can surely appreciate the appeal of a GTA-inspired open world, filled with vibrant artwork and a never-ending list of urban activities to engage with. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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