The upcoming open-world gacha RPG, Neverness to Everness, from Hotta Studio, is turning heads with its bold blend of anime aesthetics and GTA-inspired gameplay. Recently revealed during a Containment Test Preview livestream, the game showcases an urban world filled with opportunities for crime, adventure, and exploration. 
It’s an anime twist on the iconic GTA formula, offering players the chance to steal cars, evade the police, and dive into the chaotic streets of a vibrant city.
Despite the unlikely pairing of anime characters committing crimes, there’s something undeniably appealing about the concept. Players will navigate the open-world setting, interacting with characters and environments in a way that’s reminiscent of GTA, but with a unique anime flair. In a standout moment during the livestream, one of the main characters steals a car and becomes a wanted criminal, highlighting the game’s potential for thrilling, high-stakes gameplay.
Developed by Hotta Studio, a subsidiary of Perfect World, Neverness to Everness draws from the studio’s experience with games like Tower of Fantasy, which was met with mixed reactions upon release. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, the game promises stunning cel-shaded graphics and cutting-edge PC features such as NVIDIA DLSS and ray tracing. The developer is clearly aiming to push the boundaries of what anime-inspired open-world games can achieve, blending eye-catching visuals with deep gameplay mechanics.
While it’s still early days, the new footage provides a tantalizing glimpse at a game that could fill a much-needed niche in the anime and open-world RPG genres. With more details expected in the coming months, it’s shaping up to be one to watch, especially for fans of both gacha games and GTA-style action.