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Neverness to Everness has charmed me with its wacky cast but there's no way it becomes my gacha mainstay
Neverness to Everness offers a charming cast and quirky adventures, but ultimately fails to become a mainstay gacha game due to its repetitive open-world activities and mandatory level-gating. While the combat and character interactions are engaging, the reliance on stale mini-games to progress the story and unlock content diminishes the long-term appeal.
Genshin Impact Luna VII Special Program Stream Dated
HoYoVerse will host the Genshin Impact Luna VII Special Program stream on May 8, 2026, detailing the upcoming update expected on May 20, 2026. The stream will cover new Archon Quests concluding the Nod-Krai storyline and introduce characters like Nicole Reeyn and Lohen. Genshin Impact is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices.
Review: NTE: Neverness to Everness (PS5) - Ambitious Anime Open World Gets a Lot Right
Neverness to Everness, an ambitious anime-inspired open-world game from Hotta Studio, launches on PlayStation 5 with a blend of exploration, life simulation, and gacha mechanics. While combat and menu controls need refinement, the game offers a generous gacha system, engaging quests, and extensive life-sim elements like managing businesses and customizing apartments, showing significant promise as a live service title.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 3, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves clear the competition
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 15-21, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with 514 votes. Persona 4 Golden and Splatoon Raiders follow in second and third place respectively. The chart highlights games anticipated by Japanese gamers, with Nintendo Switch 2 titles dominating the top rankings.
HoYoverse Trademarks Nodusfall and Vassago for Future Projects - GameHaunt
HoYoverse has trademarked "Nodusfall" and "Vassago," indicating two new game projects in development. Nodusfall is described as a science-fantasy MMORPG built on Unreal Engine 5, targeting a late 2026 release for PC and consoles, while Vassago appears to be an action RPG with occult themes, potentially releasing in 2027. These titles mark HoYoverse's shift to Unreal Engine 5, aiming for more mature themes and advanced visuals compared to their previous Unity-based games like Genshin Impact.
Neverness to Everness players find their answer to Genshin Impact's Paimon: a yappy lil' guy called Taygedo…
Players of Neverness to Everness are drawing comparisons between its companion character Taygedo and Genshin Impact's Paimon, with many finding Taygedo to be an annoying presence. Similar to early complaints about Paimon, players are requesting an option to mute Taygedo without affecting other game audio. This discussion highlights a trend in modern gacha games featuring potentially overbearing mascots.
HAEGIN Unveils Next-Gen Mobile Action RPG Last Hunter K: Seoul - GameHaunt
HAEGIN has launched its new mobile action RPG, Last Hunter K: Seoul, globally on iOS and Android. The game features console-grade, swipe-based combat with no virtual D-pad and a maximum battle length of 100 seconds. It is free-to-play with optional in-app purchases and is set in a post-apocalyptic Seoul.
Gaming Communities Show Their Passion in Award Voting - But At What Cost? | HappyGamer
A Genshin Impact fan's confession reveals how their community allegedly manipulated voting to win a Player's Voice award against titles like Elden Ring and God of War Ragnarok. This highlights the potential for organized fanbases to influence award outcomes, raising questions about the integrity of community-driven recognition and the power of dedicated gaming communities.
Petit Planet preview: HoYoverse's first foray into family-friendly games is very careful to colour within the lines
Petit Planet, HoYoverse's first family-friendly social simulation game, offers a sci-fantasy take on the genre but largely sticks to established formulas, drawing heavy comparisons to Animal Crossing. While the game is visually appealing and relaxing, it struggles to present a unique selling proposition beyond its aesthetic. The article also touches on HoYoverse's use of generative AI in development and the potential implications of the studio, known for its gacha-monetized live-service games, targeting a younger audience.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 26, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves lead the way
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart reveals that Pokemon Winds and Waves remains the most anticipated title among Japanese gamers, according to reader votes cast between April 8 and April 14. Other popular upcoming games include Persona 4 Revival and Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo, with Pokemon Winds and Waves slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.
I can't believe it, a gacha game has finally broken the curse of perpetually god-awful rhythm minigames
This article discusses the surprisingly good rhythm minigame recently added to the gacha game Nikke, developed by Shift Up. Unlike many other gacha titles that feature poorly implemented rhythm sections, Nikke's latest offering is praised for its responsive charting and enjoyable gameplay, featuring music from in-house composers and guest artists.
Genshin Impact announces that its next region, Snezhnaya, is coming in August
HoYoverse has announced that the new Snezhnaya region for Genshin Impact will be released on August 12th. This update introduces the Nation of Cryo, featuring new narrative elements, ridable trains, a cryo preservation system, and character visual upgrades.
Genshin Impact Announces Snezhnaya Launch Date in August - GameHaunt
miHoYo has announced that the Genshin Impact Snezhnaya expansion will launch on August 12, 2026, as a free update for all existing players. This seventh major region, representing the Nation of Cryo, will be available simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, iOS, and Android devices. The update introduces new gameplay mechanics centered on preservation and cold, alongside technical improvements and the resolution of the Teyvat storyline.
Zenless Zone Zero Finally Hits Steam After Epic Games Store Drama
Zenless Zone Zero is coming to Steam after its initial launch exclusively on the Epic Games Store. HoYoverse's action RPG will now be available to a much larger audience on Valve's platform, which offers more community features and better Steam Deck compatibility. This move is seen as a strategic decision to maximize player numbers and profits, following the success of Genshin Impact's multi-platform strategy.
Kwalee Proudly Unveils Exciting Updates at Wishlisted Showcase
Kwalee showcased updates for several of its upcoming and recently released titles, including Rune Dice, AfterBeat, SPRAWL Zero, RetroSpace, and Welcome to Elderfield. Demos are available for Rune Dice and Welcome to Elderfield on Steam, with Rune Dice set to release on PC and consoles on May 19. The article also briefly mentions new content for Genshin Impact, Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves.
'You'll Experience a Noticeable Leap in Visuals': Genshin Impact Outlines Big Graphical Improvements as It Waves Goodbye to PS4
Genshin Impact is no longer playable on PlayStation 4 as HoYoverse prepares to launch the new Snezhnaya region on August 12th, bringing significant visual enhancements for the PlayStation 5 version. The update will include across-the-board character visual upgrades and greater integration of gameplay and cinematic storytelling, aiming for a noticeable leap in visual quality.
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes Now Available
Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes, a standalone VR experience from ICONIK and Bandai Namco, is now available for PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest, and Steam VR. This new entry expands the series' lore by delving into Dark Six's perspective, introducing new threats, puzzles, and characters. The game aims to provide the most immersive entry in the Little Nightmares series to date.
Major Snezhnaya Region Coming to Genshin Impact August 12
HoYoverse's Genshin Impact will introduce the Snezhnaya region on August 12, marking a significant point in the game's narrative. This update will feature evolving combat mechanics, character visual upgrades, and enhanced integration of gameplay with cinematic storytelling. The release aims to reveal the Tsaritsa's agenda and the fate of the six Gnoses.
Zenless Zone Zero is finally coming to Steam, and it could pave the way for more HoYo games
HoYoverse has announced that Zenless Zone Zero will be released on Steam in Q2 2024, expanding its PC availability beyond the Epic Games Store. While the gacha game is now accessible to a wider audience, its other major titles, Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail, remain absent from Valve's platform. This move suggests a potential shift in HoYoverse's PC distribution strategy.
Snezhnaya Region Arrives in Genshin Impact in August 2026
HoYoVerse announced that the Snezhnaya region will be added to Genshin Impact on August 12, 2026. The update will introduce new gameplay elements, characters like Andersdotter, and explore the Cryo nation's defiance against fate. The presentation also featured developers Xiaodan and Aquaria discussing the region's themes and the critical role of trains within its design.
