Project Mugen now has an official name and teaser trailer as NetEase shows off Ananta

Ananta: NetEase's Open-World RPG Unveiled

NetEase Games and Naked Rain's previously enigmatic Project Mugen has officially been revealed as Ananta, accompanied by a captivating new PV and teaser trailer. This urban, open-world RPG offers a glimpse into its expansive world, diverse characters, and the looming threat of chaotic forces.

The preview video showcases Nova City, a sprawling metropolis ripe for exploration. Players will encounter a diverse cast of characters while battling beings from beyond, who threaten to engulf the city in chaos.

While comparisons to MiHoYo's titles, particularly Zenless Zone Zero, are inevitable, Ananta distinguishes itself, particularly in its impressive movement mechanics. The PV highlights dynamic traversal, raising questions about the extent of explorable space within the city and whether players can expect truly fluid, Spider-Man-style movement across buildings.

The game promises a blend of charming characters and visually striking combat, a formula popular in modern 3D RPGs. Whether Ananta can successfully carve its own niche and potentially challenge the dominance of existing 3D gacha RPG giants remains to be seen. However, the initial presentation is certainly promising.

In the meantime, check out our list of the top five new mobile games to play this week to hold you over until Ananta's release.