Remember Project Mugen, the anticipated urban open-world RPG from Naked Rain and NetEase? It's undergone a name change, now officially titled Ananta.
Initially unveiled at Gamescom 2023, Ananta (formerly Project Mugen) has finally released a new trailer after a lengthy silence. Further details are promised on December 5th. Until then, enjoy the official trailer:
The Reason Behind the Name Change?
The developers haven't yet offered an explanation. Interestingly, both "Ananta" (Sanskrit) and "Mugen" (Japanese) translate to "infinite," a thematic consistency reinforced by the Chinese title.
The gaming community is divided on the rebranding, though relief prevails that the project hasn't been cancelled.
Comparisons are already being drawn with Hotta Studio's upcoming RPG, Neverness to Everness. While Ananta's trailer is visually impressive, its lack of gameplay footage gives Neverness to Everness a perceived advantage for some. Personally, I find Ananta's aesthetic more captivating.
A Curious Twist
The development team has surprisingly deleted all their original social media accounts, including a YouTube channel boasting over 100,000 subscribers and millions of video views. Only the Discord server remains, simply renamed. This abrupt fresh start has left many players puzzled.
In Ananta, players assume the role of an Infinite Trigger, a paranormal investigator combating supernatural threats. The cast includes characters such as Taffy, Bansy, Alan, Mechanika, and Dila.
For further details on gameplay, visit the official website. And don't miss our next article covering the mobile pre-registration for the stealth-action game, Serial Cleaner.
