Publisher Perfect World Games and developer Hotta Studio are kicking off the week with some big updates for their upcoming supernatural urban open-world RPG, NTE (Neverness to Everness), ahead of its launch on PC, Mac, PlayStation5, iOS, and Android on April 29, 2026.
In the latest livestream update, fans were treated to a first look at two exciting new collaborations, as well as more tantalizing glimpses of key gameplay systems.
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Iconic Brand and IP Collaborations
First up is the news that NTE will welcome two iconic brands to its bustling urban world:
- Porsche: Fully embracing the spirit of “Driven by Dreams,” automotive giant Porsche will be bringing the jaw-dropping 918 Spyder to the vibrant streets of Hethereau. More details to be announced soon!
- Persona 5: The legendary JRPG crosses over to the world of NTE, with the distinctive rhythms of Persona 5 Royal and Persona 5: The Phantom X to be available via the in-car radio and the new “walkman” feature, allowing you to strut the streets in style while exploring the city on foot.
Character Roster and Social Systems
Next up, we’ve got an early preview of two new recruits available for a limited time following launch:
- Nanally (14-Day Banner): A cat-girl with gravity-defying abilities, offering unparalleled freedom in vertical exploration.
- Hotori (21-Day Banner): Owner of the Eben Antique Shop, capable of manipulating time to dominate the battlefield.
In addition, there was also a first look at Standard Banner recruit, Aurelia, along with details of the Enhanced Bond System, encouraging a deeper connection between players and the characters of NTE through improved voice acting and animations, and meaningful interactions at locations throughout the world, such as date spots and spontaneous street-level encounters in the sprawling urban environment of Heathereau.
Immersive Urban Activities
NTE is designed as a living, breathing urban playground where music, speed, and supernatural mystery converge. The city is more alive than ever, thanks to expanded side-activities:
- City Tycoon & Social Life: Reach new fishing milestones to unlock exclusive skins for Zero. The “Swift Travel” system now features interactive requests from acquaintances.
- Mini-Games: Challenge friends or bots in the newly implemented Little Sparrow (Mahjong) system, featuring unlockable tables and Mahjong tile skins.
- Pink Paws Heist: A revamped multiplayer mode with a fresh reward system, allowing players to earn exclusive outfits and vehicles through cooperative play.
Technical Excellence
Last but not least, the livestream also shared updates on performance specs for the game:
- Global Ray Tracing: NTE now supports full-scale ray tracing, delivering hyper-realistic lighting, reflections, and shadows that bring the neon-soaked city of Hethereau to life.
- Optimization: Significant performance passes have been completed for both mobile devices and PC, ensuring a smooth, high-fidelity experience across all platforms.
- Polished Mechanics: From character models to basic movement and environmental interactions, every detail has been refined to provide a more responsive, tactile gameplay feel.
About NTE
NTE is an ambitious and unique online RPG that takes place in the city of Hethereau – a vast, seamless open world rendered with the power of Unreal Engine 5, where humans co-exist with supernatural anomalies. Players will control a range of vibrant and dynamic characters, each with their own unique personalities and abilities, to explore the city and investigate these anomalies in episodic comedy-drama storylines.
Aside from the core story and RPG gameplay, players will also be able to take part in an ever-expanding roster of activities, including collecting, modding, and racing sports cars, buying and designing their own chic city getaways, and even running a business. Whatever you choose to do with your time in Hethereau, the experience will always be immersive, absorbing, and never-ending.
NTE launches on April 29 for PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android. More information and pre-registration for all platforms are available via the NTE website, following the game on X, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, and by joining the official Discord server.
About Perfect World Games
Perfect World Games is a global gaming company specializing in game development, operations, and publishing. With a diverse product portfolio across MMO, open-world, action, turn-based, and other genres, the company has expanded its presence on multiple platforms, including PC, mobile, consoles, and VR. Leveraging its industry-leading in-house development capabilities, Perfect World Games is committed to delivering high-quality game content and experiences to players worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.perfectworld.com.
About Hotta Studio
Hotta Studio previously developed the globally released open-world game Tower of Fantasy. Tower of Fantasy features a light sci-fi art style with anime aesthetics, and was created with Unreal Engine 4, providing players worldwide with a rich and diverse open-world gaming experience.
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