NetEase's upcoming urban open-world RPG, previously known as Project Mugen, has been officially renamed Ananta. First unveiled at Gamescom 2023, the game recently released a new trailer, generating excitement and speculation. A further reveal is promised on December 5th. Until then, enjoy the teaser:

The Meaning Behind the Name Change

While developers haven't commented on the name change, "Ananta" translates to "infinite" in Sanskrit, mirroring the meaning of the original title, "Mugen." The Chinese title reinforces this thematic consistency.

The name change has sparked mixed reactions within the gaming community, although the continued development is a welcome relief. Comparisons are already being drawn between Ananta and Hotta Studio's upcoming RPG, Neverness to Everness. Ananta's trailer, while visually impressive, lacks gameplay footage, potentially giving Neverness to Everness a perceived advantage for some. However, many find Ananta's aesthetic more appealing.

A Curious Turn of Events

Adding to the intrigue, the development team has deleted all previous social media accounts, including a YouTube channel boasting over 100,000 subscribers and millions of views. Only the Discord server remains, simply renamed to reflect the title change. This unexpected move has left many gamers puzzled.

Ananta casts players as an "Infinite Trigger," a supernatural investigator battling paranormal threats. The game features a diverse cast of characters including Taffy, Bansy, Alan, Mechanika, and Dila. Visit the official website for further details on gameplay mechanics. And be sure to check out our next article on the mobile pre-registration for the stealth-action game, Serial Cleaner.