NetEase's Upcoming Open-World RPG, Ananta (formerly Project Mugen), Unveils New Trailer
Remember Project Mugen, the highly anticipated urban open-world RPG from Naked Rain and NetEase? The game has undergone a name change and is now officially called Ananta.
First revealed at Gamescom 2023, Ananta has finally released a new trailer after a long period of silence. More details are promised on December 5th, but for now, enjoy the official trailer:
The Meaning Behind the Name Change
While the developers haven't commented on the name change, "Ananta" means infinite in Sanskrit, mirroring the meaning of the original title, "Mugen." The Chinese title also reinforces this concept.
The gaming community is divided on the name change, but there's general relief that the project hasn't been cancelled. Comparisons are already being drawn between Ananta and Hotta Studio's upcoming RPG, Neverness to Everness. Ananta's stylish trailer lacks gameplay footage, giving Neverness to Everness a potential advantage in the eyes of some players. However, many find Ananta's visuals more appealing.
A Mysterious Social Media Reset
Interestingly, the development team has deleted all their previous social media accounts, including a YouTube channel with over 100,000 subscribers and millions of views. Only their Discord server remains, albeit renamed. This unexpected move has left many gamers puzzled.
Ananta's Story and Characters
In Ananta, players assume the role of an Infinite Trigger, a supernatural investigator confronting paranormal threats. The cast includes intriguing characters like Taffy, Bansy, Alan, Mechanika, and Dila.
For more information on gameplay, visit the official website. And be sure to check out our next article on the mobile pre-registration for the stealth-action game, Serial Cleaner.
