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Ananta is a mobile urban open world action RPG by Naked Rain and NetEase. Read on to learn about the game's latest news and developments!
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Ananta News
2025
September 25
A gameplay showcase was released during Tokyo Games Show. The main focus was on the combat while on foot as well as when inside a vehicle. The gameplay also showcased the open world city that Ananta takes place in.
September 24
⚫︎ According to online video game publication Famitsu, ANANTA won't have any gacha-style mechanics for its characters. Posted on the publication's official X page, the announcement further stresses that the game's monetization elements would be limited to its customization like clothing and vehicles. The post ends with a guarantee that players can unlock all characters through gameplay.
September 23
⚫︎ Developer Naked Rain reveals a new gameplay trailer ahead of its appearance in this year's Tokyo Game Show. The seven-minute-long trailer shows a deeper glimpse into life in Nova City as new special task force captain Chenxiu (presumably the player character) and his sidekick-slash-team-member Taffy, taking on all sorts of missions and roles with different team members. And their best weapon? The power of social media.
(Ananta Official YouTube Channel)
2024
December 6
⚫︎ Naked Rain has announced that Ananta—previously known by its codename Project Mugen—will hold its first offline Technical Test in Hangzhou, China, starting January 3, 2025. Alongside this, the studio has launched Vanguard Recruitment, a new initiative designed to increase players’ chances of participating in future tests. Interested players can now sign up to obtain Vanguard status.
November 29
⚫︎ Project Mugen has officially been renamed ANANTA. The newly rebranded urban open-world RPG promises a bold, rule-breaking vibe, with more updates and perks to be shared on the game’s new official account, @Ananta_EN. Fans are encouraged to mark their calendars for December 5, when a major reveal is set to take place.
November 28
⚫︎ Get ready for ANANTA, the upcoming urban open-world RPG where players step into the role of an A.C.D. Agent on a thrilling mission through the bustling city of Nova. This sun-soaked coastal metropolis offers the perfect escape from winter, packed with action, style, and unpredictable encounters.
From street surfing through Paradox Plaza to all-night gaming marathons at Glimmergold, Nova is alive with energy. In this vibrant world where humans and Chaos coexist, no two adventures are ever the same.
2023
October 13
⚫︎ Project Mugen, the urban open-world RPG from publisher NetEase and developer Naked Rain, made a surprise debut last August and has remained relatively quiet since. An updated trailer released last month reignited interest, especially with its intriguing blend of Genshin Impact-style visuals and Grand Theft Auto-inspired city gameplay. While details on the release date remain scarce, anticipation continues to build as fans look forward to learning more about how the game actually plays.
August 24
⚫︎ NetEase and Thunder Fire Studio’s developer Naked Rain have released the first promotional video for their upcoming open-world RPG, Project Mugen. Described as a love letter to urban fantasies
by Thunder Fire Studio’s senior marketing director Riten Huang, the game aims to blend familiarity with mystery in a vibrant city setting. We wanted to create a world that players could relate to, yet find enough mysteries to keep them coming back,
Huang stated. The city is alive, and every player will have their unique journey through it.
