Anime open world NTE’s pre-launch livestream has concluded, confirming fans can earn an eye-watering 470 free pulls when v1.00 launches for PS5 on 29th April.
As the Perfect World outing is eliminating 50/50s from its gacha system, that’s enough to unlock five free characters, including the Standard Board, which guarantees one free S-Rank within 50 pulls.
We watched the hour-long livestream in its entirety, and we’ve compiled all of the key information below. So, let’s get into it.
NTE: What Is It and When Is It Coming Out?
NTE, or Neverness to Everness, is a free-to-play open world gacha game similar to Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves.
Its big twist is that it mixes combat with GTA Online-style life sim elements, meaning you’ll be able to buy an apartment, decorate it, and invite characters over to spend time with you.
You’ll be able to take on part-time jobs, engage in street races (both online and offline), and follow a Control-esque storyline involving dangerous Anomalies.
The game’s coming out worldwide on 29th April as a PS5 console exclusive, with PC and mobile versions also available featuring full cross-save. Pre-loads will begin on 27th April.
NTE: Is It Pay-to-Win?
No, NTE is a predominantly single player open world experience with some online multiplayer aspects, such as street racing.
The gacha system is one of the most generous in the industry right now, guaranteeing you unlock each banner’s promoted character within 90 pulls.
There’s no 50/50 like in Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, meaning once you reach the “pity” level of 90 pulls, you’ll be guaranteed the highlighted S-Rank.
Furthermore, S-Rank rates will be significantly boosted once you reach 70 pulls, meaning there’s a good chance you’ll land the character you’re after a few pulls earlier than “pity”.
Weapons, meanwhile, will be unlocked by pulling on the Arc Research Program, which uses a separate currency called Tri-Keys.
Each pull costs 10x Tri-Key and you’ll be guaranteed an A-Rank weapon each time. S-Ranks will drop every six pulls, while you’ll be guaranteed the promoted weapon within eight pulls.
So, to summarise, you’ll need 80x Tri-Key to guarantee you get your favourite character’s signature weapon.
NTE: Are There Any Free Characters?
Yes, you’ll get three free characters just for playing NTE, and a further fourth S-Rank for pulling on the Standard Board 50 times.
Here’s a breakdown of all the free characters and how to get them:
- Haniel
- Free in your in-game mailbox as part of the Pre-Reg Rewards
- Auriela
- Unlocked by logging in for three days
- Chiz
- Unlocked by progressing your City Tycoon rank
You’ll get 20% off your first five 10-Roll pulls on the Standard Banner, meaning it’ll cost you just 40 pulls to get your first S-Rank. You’ll also be able to pick which character you want, so no need to re-roll here.
The characters promoted on the Standard Board are:
- Sakiri
- Baicang
- Hathor
- Fadia
- Daffodill
- Jiuyuan
As outlined by the rewards on this page below, you’ll earn more than enough free Fabricated Dice to get at least one S-Rank character on the Standard Board.
NTE: What Are the Redemption Codes?
As part of its livestream, NTE released three redemption codes which can be used to unlock free rewards in NTE on day one.
You can use these on launch day by loading the game and selecting [Menu] > […] > [Redeem Code] and entering the following three codes before 13th May.
NTENOWTOENJOY
- 100x Annulith
- 5x Rising Hunter Guide
- 5x Light Dye
- 4,000x Beetle Coin
NTENANALLYGO
- 100x Annulith
- 5x Senior Hunter Guide
- 5x Colorless Dye
- 6,000x Beetle Coin
NTE0429
- 100x Annulith
- 5x Elite Hunter Guide
- 5x Chaotic Dye
- 12,000x Beetle Coin
NTE: Where Do You Get the Free Pulls?
NTE is claiming you’ll be able to earn 470 free pulls just through gameplay, with 120 of those available “easily” by logging in and redeeming launch rewards.
Here’s a rough breakdown of all the free rewards and where you’ll get them:
Pre-Reg Milestone
- 20x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
* Sent directly to your in-game mailbox
Launch Preview Program
- 2,200x Annulith: Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
- 10x Fabricated Dice: Used to pull on the Standard Board
Check-In Rewards
- 12x Solid Dice
- Used to pull on the Limited Board
* Claimed by logging for 14 days
Anomaly Hunter’s Journey
- 300x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
- 10x Solid Dice
- Used to pull on the Limited Board
- 35x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
- 25x Tri-Key
- Used to pull for weapons in the Arc Research Program
* Claimed by increasing your profile level
Gameplay Rewards (Limited)
Zero’s Companion
- 400x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Whisker Patrol
- 200x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Market Opening Rehearsal
- 40x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Daily Activity
- 2,100x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Fair Exchange
- 10x Solid Dice
- Used to pull on the Limited Board
- 10x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
- 40x Tri-Key
- Used to pull for weapons in the Arc Research Program
Hunter Exchange
- 500x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
- 40x Tri-Key
- Used to pull for weapons in the Arc Research Program
Beyond the Rails (Prime Circle)
- 500x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Standard Hunter Supply
- 5x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
Gameplay Rewards (Permanent)
Achievements
- 3,600x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Hunter Level Rewards
- 1,200x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
- 16x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
Exploration Guide
- 975x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
- 3x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
City Tycoon Rewards
- 2,140x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Bond Rewards
- 1,140x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Appraisal Level Ascension
- 9x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
Character Ascension
- 48x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
Main and Spin-Off Quests
- 1,080x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Side Quests
- 1,180x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Bond Quests
- 400x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Anomaly Commissions
- 1,400x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
21s Gifts
- 1,400x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
The Witch’s House
- 600x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Detention Centre
- 300x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
- 13x Fabricated Dice
- Used to pull on the Standard Board
Owner’s Selection
- 620x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Racing Challenges
- 720x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Pink Paws Heist
- 1,500x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Sea Angler
- 650x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Beyond the Rails (Fracture Circle)
- 1,600x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
High Risk Commissions
- 1,680x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Big Owl Express
- 260x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
City Guide
- 170x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
Arc Collection
- 110x Annulith
- Used to convert into Solid Dice or Fabricated Dice
NTE: What Else Was Announced in the Livestream?
NTE’s livestream was packed with information about the game and its launch plans. Here are a few of the other highlights.
Music Collaboration
NTE is adding a Portable Music Player to the game which will allow you to create song playlists to listen to while you drive and wander around the open world.
Collaborators confirmed include:
With more to follow!
Porsche Collaboration
A future update will allow you to add a Porsche to your roster of in-game vehicles, with an event planned around the iconic car brand.
You’ll be able to drive your Porsche around the open world, and it looks like a dealership will be added to the game, although exactly how long these cars will be available is currently unclear.
