Hotta Studio's Open-World RPG 'Neverness' Unveiled

After hitting a home run with their sci-fi, fantasy, open world RPG Tower of Fantasy, developers Hotta Studio have announced their newest project, the upcoming  open-world RPG Neverness to Everness. Blending a supernatural urban story with some expansive lifestyle content, there is bound to be something for everyone to enjoy at launch.
Welcome to this weird and wonderful world
As you step foot into the vast metropolis of Hethereau, you might get the sense that something isn't quite right. Maybe it’s the trees, maybe it’s the people, or maybe it's that otter that just wandered past with the television head. Things get no less weird in the dark, as midnight brings forth a gang of graffiti-covered skateboards running amok.

In short, something unusual has been happening, and it's up to you and your friends to solve it. Why? Because you possess the incredible power of Esper Abilities, allowing you to freely explore and address the numerous inexplicable Anomalies plaguing the city. Get involved, resolve the crises, and perhaps you can integrate into the daily life of your new city.
More than just an adventure
As enjoyable as the standard combat and exploration aspects are in these games, I personally appreciate having lifestyle activities to engage in. Neverness to Everness interestingly includes a great deal of this, with the urban environment allowing you to truly establish yourself through numerous activities.

 Do you like the appearance of that sports car that just sped past? Well, you can purchase one or more of your own, and even customize it. Make it in your own unique style and race into the night for some high-octane excitement. For those homebodies amongst you, get on the virtual property market and buy your own house. Then, embark on your own version of Extreme Makeover Heathereau Edition and design it as you wish. There's even more to explore in the city, you just need to get out there.
As with many of these open-world games now, you unfortunately do need to be online constantly. A bit frustrating, but a sad reality of the times.

A visual feast
For those who appreciate detailed design, here are the specifications. Neverness to Everness utilizes Unreal Engine 5, employing its Nanite Virtualized Geometry system for realistic urban environments. Explore the city's shops; each is brimming with intricate details. Combine this with NVIDIA DLSS rendering and ray tracing for a stunning visual experience.

Hotta Studio has also paid close attention to the power of lighting when crafting the dark, expansive cityscape of Hethereau. Step outside and you see a skyline of skyscrapers punctuated by eerie lighting, designed to impart a layer of mysterious atmosphere to the area. Given everything that has been happening and the strange and wondrous dangers being faced, that feels like an incredibly appropriate vibe. 

If all of this sounds appealing and you're eager to play, then unfortunately you'll have to be patient as Neverness to Everness won't be released immediately, and we don't yet have a release date. What we do know, however, is that it will be free, and you can pre-order it while you wait via the official website.

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