Project Mugen Is Now Called Ananta, Devs Drop New Trailer

Remember Project Mugen, the anticipated urban open-world RPG from Naked Rain and NetEase? It's had a name change! Now known as Ananta, this RPG, initially unveiled at Gamescom 2023, has finally released a new trailer after a lengthy silence. More details are promised on December 5th, but for now, enjoy the trailer:

The Name Change Enigma

The developers haven't yet commented on the name change. Interestingly, both "Ananta" (Sanskrit) and "Mugen" (Japanese) translate to "infinite," a thematic consistency also reflected in the Chinese title. The gaming community is divided on the rebranding, but relieved the project continues.

Comparisons to Hotta Studio's upcoming RPG, Neverness to Everness, are inevitable. While Ananta's trailer is visually striking, the lack of gameplay footage gives Neverness to Everness a current advantage in many players' eyes. Personally, I find Ananta's aesthetic more compelling.

A Curious Turn of Events

Adding to the intrigue, the development team deleted all their original social media accounts, including a YouTube channel boasting over 100,000 subscribers and millions of views. Only the Discord server remains, simply renamed. This abrupt fresh start has left fans perplexed.

In Ananta, players assume the role of an Infinite Trigger, a paranormal investigator battling supernatural chaos. Key characters include Taffy, Bansy, Alan, Mechanika, and Dila. Visit the official website for gameplay details.

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