Gacha games typically strive for a serious tone, often presenting hard-hitting narratives that fail to connect with players. However, a recent release, Ananta, breaks this mold with its wacky gameplay. With a new 7-minute gameplay trailer now available, Ananta showcases an array of over-the-top, comedic antics that promise to reshape the gacha genre forever.
Ananta Trailer Reveals GTA-Yakuza-Like Goofiness
Developed by Naked Rain and published under the same name, Ananta’s new gameplay trailer highlights 7 full minutes of action set in an outlandishly quirky metropolis. The vibe echoes the beloved Yakuza franchise with a flair reminiscent of GTA. Here’s what we discovered:
Close-Combat and Realistic Combat System
Ananta stands out by embracing a more realistic combat style. Unlike traditional gacha games featuring flashy skills, players can engage in combat reminiscent of Batman: Arkham or Marvel’s Spider-Man. The main character employs punches, kicks, and dodges that feel dynamic and engaging—elements often missing in the genre.
Beyond hand-to-hand combat, characters wield an array of weapons, including flamethrowers, snipers, and even everyday items like badminton bats and golf clubs as makeshift weapons!
Is Ananta Like Gacha Spider-Man?
While grappling hooks are common in gacha games, swinging through the city like Spider-Man? That’s uncharted territory. The trailer reveals the main character using a grappling hook to gain fluid mobility, even employing it during combat scenarios.
Character Switch-Up Straight from GTA 5
A standout feature in the trailer is a character-switching mechanic that any GTA fan will appreciate. Instead of the standard character swaps seen in titles like Genshin Impact, Ananta allows real-time character switching via an in-game phone. The perspective shifts seamlessly between characters, enhancing realism.
In one scene, the player switches control from a character on foot to another driving a vehicle, all without loading screens, creating an immersive experience. An exciting moment displays the main character in danger, only for the player to switch to a helicopter-riding character who provides a crucial sniper backup—an homage to the classic GTA five gameplay mechanics.
A Metropolis of Goofiness
Ananta’s environment is vibrant, filled with delightful and bizarre encounters. In those seven minutes, you’ll see everything from NPCs donning garbage cans on their heads to quirky superhero cosplayers, making Ananta feel incredibly alive.
From a gameplay perspective, players can even take on the role of a police officer chasing down criminals—though it’s still unclear if this is tied to specific characters or a general feature.
The main character is involved in various jobs, plus amusing interactions, such as drop-kicking into buildings to find unique non-playable characters (NPCs). Mini-games are also abundant, like slap battles—a sport that’s gained popularity recently, alongside basketball, golf, and other fun activities. Drivable vehicles add another layer of enjoyment, mirroring traits from games like Neverness to Everness.
Can You Play in First-Person POV?
A notable detail from the trailer is the potential for a first-person perspective during gameplay. While this feature is shown primarily in vehicle scenarios, if Ananta is influenced by GTA-style mechanics, we can expect a seamless switch in viewpoint options.
Extensive Character Customization
Ananta also offers a large variety of character customization, a feature often restricted in other gacha games. Players can freely mix and match outfits, likely leading to endless dress-up possibilities, which will delight fans keen on personalization.
Overall, Ananta represents a fresh direction in how we view gacha games. Are you eager to explore Ananta? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
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