Challenges Facing Japanese Developers in Creating Open World Games Like NTE
In a surprising twist, the recent success of the gacha game NTE has stirred discussions among Japanese game developers about their ability to produce similar titles. The game, developed by Chinese studio Hotta Studio under the Perfect World banner, showcases vibrant anime aesthetics and real-world locations like Akihabara. Its striking success has led to questions about Japan’s current game development landscape, particularly in the open world genre.