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Hey Appraiser,
To improve your gameplay experience, NTE will undergo maintenance on July 29, 2026, from 06:00 to 11:00 (UTC+8). Access to "Pink Paws Heist" will be closed starting at 05:30 (UTC+8) and restored after maintenance. Login will be unavailable during this period, so please plan accordingly. After maintenance, restart your game to install the updates. We apologize for any inconvenience!
※ The "Before the Dawn" Limited Board is available until July 29, 2026, 05:59 (UTC+8). Be sure to visit the "Resolve Perks" page to redeem the cosmetic rewards from this board before the event ends.
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● Duration: July 29, 2026, 06:00 – 11:00 (UTC+8)
● Compensation: Annulith x300
● Eligibility: Appraisers who created their character before July 29, 2026, 06:00 (UTC+8)
● Distribution: Sent via in-game mail after maintenance. Remember to claim the items before they expire.
※ Maintenance may end earlier or later than scheduled depending on actual progress. Please keep an eye on our official announcements for updates.
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● New Exclusive S-Class Character: Iroi!
Available: July 29 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Unlock Requirement: Complete the main story quest "Prologue - A New Destination - Head to Eibon Antique Shop"
Board Details: "The Lifeline" Limited Board features the exclusive S-Class character Iroi, along with A-Class characters Haniel, Aurelia, and Skia.
During the event, "The Lifeline" limited board features the "Sheepcopter" glider livery, the "Three's Company" B100 livery, and Iroi's "Archmage" outfit. The Wayfarer Perks event opens alongside the board, so you can claim these rewards directly from the event page once you reach 50/120/200 cumulative rolls, or obtain them randomly through rolls before reaching these milestones.
*For full details, head to Scarborough Fair in-game.
● New Limited S-Class Arc: "The Wrong Gate"
Available: July 29 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Unlock Requirement: Complete the main story quest "Prologue - A New Destination - Head to Eibon Antique Shop"
Research Guide: Spend Tri-Keys or Dreamgate Keys to participate in the "Dreamgate Special" Arc Research Program and obtain the limited S-Class Arc "The Wrong Gate". This Arc is currently only available through this program.
*For full details, head to Arc Shop › Arc Research Program in-game.
● Iroi - New Outfit: Dreamweaver
Discount Period: July 29 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Discount Price: Riftcrystal x2,680
Original Price: Riftcrystal x3,280 (18% off, limited time)
Shop Availability: Permanent
● Iroi - New Outfit: Summer Dream
Discount Period: July 29 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Discount Price: Riftcrystal x1,680
Original Price: Riftcrystal x2,480 (32% off, limited time)
Shop Availability: Permanent
● Iroi - New Outfit: Archmage
How to Get: While "The Lifeline" Limited Board is active, roll on the board and land on the matching tile to obtain the outfit, or claim it from the Wayfarer Perks page once you've accumulated enough rolls.
● Iroi - New Outfit: Channeling…
How to Get: Purchase from the "999 Nights" Button Shop.
● Iroi - New Outfit: Starlit Night
How to Get: Unlocked after you obtain Iroi and reach Bond Lvl 10.
● City Hangouts
A new City Hangouts story featuring Iroi.
Available: July 29 (after update)
Unlock Requirement: Obtain Iroi and reach the required Bond Level.
● Home Time
A new Invitation mode featuring Iroi.
Available: July 29 (after update)
Unlock Requirement: Obtain Iroi and reach the required Bond Level.
● "Going, Going, Gone!" Limited-Time Event
Duration: July 29 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Details: Hey Appraiser, it's time to put your eye to the test. Invite a partner to the auction and come out on top in the heat of the bidding! Win big or come up empty. It all rides on the fall of the gavel.
Take part during the event to earn rewards like the "Highest Bidder Wins" title, the "Choice" avatar frame, the "Deal!" namecard, Annulith, Fabricated Dice, Fons, Floe Cinema Tickets, Anomaly Pilgrimage Material Selection Boxes, and more.
● "Fishing Frenzy" Limited-Time Event
Duration: August 3, 05:00 – August 19, 05:59 (server time)
Details: Fishing rods aren't the only way to have fun around here!
Go to the Sea Angler - Nacupeda Park Fishing Spot during this event to stack up rewards like Annulith, Floe Cinema Tickets, Elite Hunter Guides, Chaotic Dye, and Manhole Boss.
● "Warren Lucky Flip" Limited-Time Event
Duration: August 5, 05:00 – August 19, 04:59 (server time)
Details: Complete daily missions during the event to earn card flips. Flip cards to unlock rewards like the "Matcha Mood" Rover A1 livery, Annulith, Fabricated Dice, Elite Hunter Guides, Chaotic Dye, and more.
● "Pixel Surge" Limited-Time Event
Duration: August 3, 05:00 – August 10, 04:59 (server time)
Details: During the event, spend Character Pixels in "Houdinii's Magic Stage," "Houdinii's Schemes," "Bubble Can Factory," and "Rabbit Hole" to earn double rewards.
Each day, double rewards apply to up to 120 Character Pixels spent. Unused daily allowance carries over, up to a total cap of 840 Character Pixels for the whole event.
● "Fons Rush" Limited-Time Event
Duration: August 10, 05:00 – August 17, 04:59 (server time)
Details: During the event, take part in Hethereau Hobbies and spend City Stamina to double your Fons output, up to a cap of 700 City Stamina.
※ Fons earned from Races > Challenge during this event will not be doubled.
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◆ Add Bond quests for Iroi.
◆ Add Bond interactions for Iroi: reach the required Bond Level to unlock her passenger seat ride-along.
◆ Add text message conversations with Iroi.
◆ Add combat tutorial for Iroi.
◆ Fix an issue in Shadow-n-Seek where Hiders occasionally transformed into character models by mistake.
◆ Fix an issue in Swift Travel where passenger NPCs occasionally failed to appear when reaching the pickup point.
◆ Fix an issue where Affection wasn't correctly granted after talking with Skia in Mint's office at the Bureau of Anomaly Control.
◆ Fix an issue where environment models occasionally displayed incorrectly during the "Misunderstanding" quest in the "Pawn Moonlight" side story.
◆ Fix an issue on mobile where players occasionally could not enter the scene during the "After School" Anomaly Commission.
◆ Fix an issue in Controller mode where map pins created on the Warren Continent could not be deleted.
◆ Fix an issue in Controller mode where characters could not be switched on the Photo Mode - Character Settings screen.
◆ Fix an issue in Controller mode where the item shortcut bar on the Inventory screen could not be selected under certain conditions.
◆ Fix an issue where playing 999 Nights could occasionally cause the game to crash to the login screen.
◆ Fix a rare crash that could occur in certain situations.
◆ Improve the description of the "I'll Be Back" achievement.
◆ Improve localization for some languages.
◆ Fix other known issues.
The all-new asymmetric PvP mode Shadow-n-Seek is now live! During each match, you'll be randomly assigned to the Hider or Hunter side for a tense, thrilling showdown of disguise and pursuit.
Duration
July 17, 10:00 - August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
The Two Sides
🎭 Hider: When the match begins, you get a prep window to explore the map and pick one of three items to disguise yourself. Once transformed, you look just like an ordinary object in the scene, making you tough for Hunters to spot! You can't attack while hidden, so rely on moving, repositioning, and planting decoys to stay out of the Hunters' hands.
🔍 Hunter: You have 2 minutes and 20 seconds to track down and catch every Hider! Hunters have a scanning ability; land a hit on a Hider to trigger the catch. But be careful: swing at the wrong target and the backlash costs you HP, so look closely before you strike!
Win Conditions
Hiders win: at least 2 Hiders are still alive when the timer runs out, or all Hunters' HP is depleted.
Hunters win: catch every Hider before time runs out.
Event Rewards
Take part in the event to earn the event currency "Paper Cup Phone", then visit the Shadebound Shop to redeem rewards like the "Gotcha!" avatar frame, Annulith, Floe Cinema Ticket, and Fons.
Hey Appraisers,
Brand-new Mint-themed profile items are now in the Steam Points Shop! Redeem them with the Steam Points you've saved up and give your profile a fresh, minty upgrade!
Click the link below to redeem: https://store.steampowered.com/points/shop/app/4508340
This release includes:
Mint - Avatar
Mint - Avatar Frame
Mint - Mini-Profile Background
Mint - Profile Background
Mint Sticker - Confused
Mint Sticker - Happy
Hey Appraisers,
The Starter Pack DLC is now available! Grab it for a head start in Hethereau!
📦Pack Contents:
De-noise Solution x1
Elite Hunter Guide x5
Chaotic Dye x5
Manhole Boss x5
Head to NTE's Steam store page now and find the Starter Pack in the DLC section to buy it directly. Once your purchase is complete, the contents are sent automatically to the NTE game account linked to your Steam account, ready to claim and use in-game.
Hey Appraiser,
NTE will undergo version maintenance on July 8, 2026 from 06:00 to 11:00 (UTC+8). Once it's done, the all-new Version 1.2 "999 Nights" goes live. "Pink Paws Heist" will be temporarily unavailable starting at 05:30 (UTC+8) and will reopen once maintenance wraps up.
Login will be unavailable during this period, so please plan accordingly. Since this update is on the larger side, we recommend using Wi-Fi or mobile data to complete the download. We apologize for any inconvenience!
※ The "Forsaken Path" Limited Board ends on July 8, 2026, at 05:59 (UTC+8). Be sure to head to the Fogshroud Perks page and redeem your rewards before then.
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Create a character before Version 1.2 ends to receive an S-Class Standard Character Selection Box.
Duration: July 8 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Distribution: Sent via in-game mail after maintenance. Remember to claim the items before they expire.
※ Open the S-Class Standard Character Selection Box to choose any one of these characters to add to your roster: Sakiri, Baicang, Hathor, Fadia, Daffodill, or Jiuyuan.
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Since launch, we have received invaluable feedback from our Appraisers to help improve the game. We sincerely apologize for any current shortcomings and are actively working to optimize the overall experience in upcoming updates.
Thank you for your patience and continued support. As a token of our gratitude, we are distributing the following gift:
● Appreciation Gift: Annulith x1,600
● Delivery: Sent via in-game mail after the July 8, 2026 update.
● Eligibility: Appraisers who create a character and unlock the "Mail" feature before Version 1.2 ends.
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● Duration: July 8, 2026, 06:00–11:00 (UTC+8)
● Maintenance Compensation: Annulith x300
● Eligibility: Appraisers who created their character before July 8, 2026, 06:00 (UTC+8)
● Distribution: Sent via in-game mail after maintenance. Remember to claim the items before they expire.
※ Maintenance may end earlier or later than scheduled depending on actual progress. Please keep an eye on our official announcements for updates.
● Bug Fix Compensation: Annulith x300
● Eligibility: Appraisers who created their character before July 8, 2026, 06:00 (UTC+8)
● Distribution: Sent via in-game mail after maintenance. Remember to claim the items before they expire.
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PC: Close the game, reopen the launcher, and click Update.
Android: Launch the game and follow the in-game update prompt.
iOS: Download or update from the App Store.
Mac: Download or update from the App Store.
PlayStation®: Open the system menu, select NTE, press the OPTIONS button on your controller, choose Confirm Upgrade, then select Check for Update.
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1. New Character & Arc
● New Exclusive S-Class Character: Shinku!
Available: July 8 (after update) – July 29, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Unlock Requirement: Complete the main story quest "Prologue - A New Destination - Head to Eibon Antique Shop"
Board Details: The "Before the Dawn" Limited Board features the exclusive S-Class character Shinku, along with A-Class characters Mint, Edgar, and Adler.
During the event, the "Before the Dawn" Limited Board also features the "Overcast Canopy" glider livery, the "Hidden Dragon" Blizzard-V4 livery, and Shinku's outfit "Student of Terrasea". Claim them from the Resolve Perks page by accumulating 50/120/200 rolls, or obtain them randomly through rolls before reaching these milestones.
*For full details, head to Scarborough Fair in-game.
● New Limited S-Class Arc: "Blushing Mirage"
Available: July 8 (after update) – July 29, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Unlock Requirement: Complete the main story quest "Prologue - A New Destination - Head to Eibon Antique Shop"
Research Guide: Spend Tri-Keys or Resolve Keys to participate in the "Resolve Special" Arc Research Program and obtain the limited S-Class Arc "Blushing Mirage". This Arc is currently only available through this program.
*For full details, head to Arc Shop › Arc Research Program in-game.
2. New Story
● New Main Story Episode: "Fighting with a Dragon"
Ready to go? Our fantastical adventure is about to begin!
Available: After the Version 1.2 update
Unlock Requirement: Complete the main story episode "Dreamwalk Corridor" and reach Hunter Lvl 26.
※ The new location Warren Continent can be reached during the main story episode "Fighting with a Dragon".
※ In response to the concerns many Appraisers have shared about the continuation of the "Dreamwalk Corridor" storyline, we'd like to clarify: this main story episode is told out of chronological order, using a flashback structure. It depicts a lighter, more relaxed chapter set after the dust has settled on the "Scarlet Letter" incident, once everyone has returned to their peaceful daily lives. A new fantasy adventure is about to begin. Dive in and have a blast.
● City Hangouts
A new City Hangouts story featuring Shinku.
Available: After the Version 1.2 update
Unlock Requirement: Obtain the character Shinku, or complete the main story episode "Fighting with a Dragon".
● Home Time
A new Invitation mode featuring Shinku.
Available: After the Version 1.2 update
Unlock Requirement: Obtain the character Shinku and reach the required Bond Level.
3. New Location
● New Location: Warren Continent (reachable during the main story episode "Fighting with a Dragon")
A vast land brimming with fantasy, with adventures, challenges, and opportunities hiding in every corner. What lies at the next crossroads?
4. New Outfits & Vehicle Liveries
● Shinku's new outfit "Dragonhunter" is now available in the Shop
Discount Period: July 8 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Discount Price: Riftcrystal x2,680
Original Price: Riftcrystal x3,280 (18% off, limited time)
Shop Availability: Permanent
● Shinku's new outfit "Dawn Patrol" is now available in the Shop
Discount Period: July 8 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Discount Price: Riftcrystal x1,680
Original Price: Riftcrystal x2,480 (32% off, limited time)
Shop Availability: Permanent
● Shinku's new outfit "Student of Terrasea"
How to Get: While the "Before the Dawn" Limited Board is active, roll on the board and land on the matching tile to obtain the outfit, or claim it from the Resolve Perks page once you've accumulated enough rolls.
● Shinku's new outfit "Labyrinth Lily"
How to Get: Unlocked after you obtain Shinku and reach Bond Lvl 10.
● Shinku's new outfit "Normie Heroine"
How to Get: Purchased from the "999 Nights" Button Shop.
● The Porsche 918 Spyder exclusive liveries "Tomato Dash" and "Rose & Violet" are now available in the Shop
Available: After the July 8 version update (UTC+8)
Price: Riftcrystal x980 or Fons x3,000,000
*Purchase using either Riftcrystal or Fons; only one option may be selected.
5. New Mystery Box Event "Neon Rift" Goes Live
Duration: July 8 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Details: Spend Fons or Annulith to open "Neon Rift" Mystery Boxes. The cost goes up with each box you open. There are 15 boxes in total, and opening all of them unlocks every reward in the pool.
Mystery Box Contents: The "Neon Rift" Mystery Boxes feature the limited vehicle "Draco", Esper Zero's exclusive outfit "Glory Days", Esper Zero's exclusive outfit colors "Glory Days - Starfall" and "Glory Days - Braveheart", Fabricated Dice x10, A Handwritten Letter, Fons x100,000, and the exclusive avatar frame "Ember Trail".
6. New Events
● "Circle Gifts" Login Event
Duration: July 8 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Details: Log in for a total of 7 days to earn Solid Dice x10.
● "999 Nights" Limited-Time Event
Duration: July 8 (after update) – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Details: The party's assembled! Ready to conquer all of Warren Continent! Take part during the event to earn rewards like Annulith, Fabricated Dice, Fons, Floe Cinema Tickets, Elite Hunter Guides, Chaotic Dye, and more.
● "Shadow-n-Seek" Limited-Time Event
Duration: July 17, 10:00 – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Details: One, two, three... don't move a muscle! During the event, take part to earn the event currency "Paper Cup Phone", then visit the Shadebound Shop to redeem rewards like the "Gotcha!" avatar frame, Annulith, Floe Cinema Tickets, Fons, and more.
● "Stamina Recharge" Limited-Time Event
Duration: July 13, 05:00 – July 20, 04:59 (server time)
Details: During the event, City Stamina is consumed at 2x efficiency in "Hethereau Hobbies" activities.
● "Gold Clash" Limited-Time Event
Duration: July 20, 05:00 – August 3, 04:59 (server time)
Details: During the event, earn Fons at 2x efficiency in "Pink Paws Heist".
7. Other Content
● "Eibon Partner Program" Now Live
Duration: July 8, 2026, 11:00 – August 19, 05:59 (UTC+8)
Details: During the event, Appraisers can earn rewards like Annulith by inviting Returning Appraisers back to the game.
Appraiser Share your invite code or invite link to bring back eligible Returning Appraisers, and earn base rewards plus Lucky Draw chances.
Once Returning Appraisers log in and finish the 3-day quests, they can also share their own invite code to bring other eligible Appraisers back and join the web event.
※ Returning Appraiser status can take a moment to update. If it hasn't refreshed, wait 2 to 4 minutes and reload the page.
● "999 Nights" Mini-Game
Available: After the Version 1.2 update
Details: Take part to earn "Mystery Buttons", then head to the Button Shop to redeem event rewards including Shinku's new outfit "Normie Heroine"; Esper Zero's outfits "Unassuming Warrior" and "The Blademaster"; Esper Zero's exclusive outfit colors "The Blademaster - Ocher", "The Blademaster - Morningstar", and "The Blademaster - Verdant"; Mint's outfits "Wild as the Wind", "Sylvan Hunter", and "Aurora Flame"; Mint's exclusive outfit colors "Sylvan Hunter - Ridge", "Sylvan Hunter - Lilac", "Sylvan Hunter - Bloomwhisper", "Aurora Flame - Shadeleaf", and "Aurora Flame - Dreammere"; Esper Zero's "Unassuming Warrior" dye orb set; Mint's "Wild as the Wind" dye orb set; the title "Dawn Warrior"; the namecard "Forever Fuzzy"; the avatar "Poet's Epilogue"; the avatar frame "Moonlit Dragon"; plus Annulith, Floe Cinema Tickets, Fons, and more.
● Version 1.2 "Circle Bounty" Guide
Available: July 8 (after update) – August 18, 23:59 (UTC+8)
Requirement: Complete the Main Quest "Relax Time"
Details: During the event, take on Circle Quests to earn Experience Points, raise your Circle Bounty Rank, and claim rewards like Fabricated Dice, Gold Carrota, De-noise Solution, A Handwritten Letter, and Expansion Cores.
Purchase Elite Hunter Supplies to unlock extra rewards as you rank up, including Annulith x680, Solid Dice x4, Fabricated Dice x2, Arc-light Trove x1, A Handwritten Letter x2, and Fons x700,000!
Purchase Honor Hunter Supplies to unlock all of the above rewards, plus the "Fuzzy" avatar, the "New Game+++" avatar frame, the "Summer Time" namecard, Fabricated Dice x5, A Handwritten Letter x1, and Fons x500,000!
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◆ Add a teleport point at The Midnight Catzebo, where you can buy scratchers and scratch for prizes. Match the icons shown, and you win the prizes listed beneath them.
◆ Add an Outfit Recoloring feature for character outfits.
◆ Add Riichi Mahjong to Little Sparrow.
◆ Add a Fishkeeping feature.
◆ Add a Decor Blueprint feature.
◆ Add Bond quests for Shinku.
◆ Add Bond interactions for Shinku: reach the required Bond Level to unlock her passenger seat ride-along.
◆ Add text message conversations with Shinku.
◆ Add a combat tutorial for Shinku.
◆ Add Random Encounters for Iroi.
◆ Add the ability to display rare big fish on the back of your car.
◆ Add simplified controls for the Portable Player.
◆ Add a Player Reporting feature to Races - Online Battle mode.
◆ Add the ability to share Home Decor Blueprints.
◆ Raise the furniture Collection level cap and add one-tap collect. (If your Collection already went over the old cap before this update, the excess is now counted normally.)
◆ Improve Fight Club results scoring so knockouts and damage dealt count for more toward final rank and rewards.
◆ Add several new side quests.
◆ Reduce the difficulty of Anomaly Hunts at Appraisal Lvl 5 and above.
◆ Add long-press to bulk select upgrade materials when leveling up characters, Arcs, and Consoles.
◆ Add an option to hide parts and accessories on select outfits. (After this update, toggling Chaos's mask on or off moves from the G key to its own option in the Settings menu.)
◆ Convertible tops now stay down after your character gets out of the car.
◆ Add a semi-automatic throttle mode on mobile, toggleable in Settings.
◆ Add a Settings toggle for Arc special effects.
◆ Improve the elevator in the Pegasus Residence.
◆ Improvements to Bagel.
◆ Improve in-game avatar display.
◆ Improve controller support.
◆ Fix an issue where the quest log text could linger after completing Chaos's Encounter quest.
◆ Fix an issue where triggering an Anomaly Commission could break quest auto-tracking.
◆ Fix an issue where the new outfit notification dot could linger after switching your Appraiser's gender.
◆ Fix an issue where characters could get stuck at the table after leaving a Little Sparrow matchmaking room.
◆ Fix an issue where Hotori's Basic Attack button could disappear unexpectedly after casting her Ultimate.
◆ Fix an issue where the button to use the soap item fails to display properly in Fight Club when using a controller.
◆ Fix crashes that could occur in certain situations.
◆ Improve localization for several languages.
◆ Address various other known issues.
Hey Appraisers,
NTE officially launches on Steam on July 8.
The Steam version supports cross-progression with existing platforms (mobile, PC, and more) across the Asia, America, Europe, and SEA servers, and launches straight into NTE's Version 1.2 content!
📺 Version 1.2 Preview Special Program
Follow this link to watch the livestream replay and learn about all the fun stuff coming in Version 1.2.
Wishlist it on Steam today, and start your Hethereau adventure on July 8!
The NTE Steam page is now live.
Wishlist now to stay updated on launch news.
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Major updates, balance changes, and seasonal events often correlate with player-count spikes — cross-reference announcements here with the live charts on the main NTE: Neverness to Everness statistics page.
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