Mugen Project Rebrands to Ananta, Unveils 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 long silence. More details are promised on December 5th, but for now, enjoy the trailer:

The Name Change Mystery

The developers haven't commented on the name change. Interestingly, both "Ananta" (Sanskrit) and "Mugen" (Japanese) mean "infinite," a thematic consistency 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 impressive, its lack of gameplay footage gives Neverness to Everness a potential advantage for some players. However, many find Ananta's aesthetic more captivating.

A Curious Turn of Events

Surprisingly, 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 many gamers puzzled.

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

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