Source: Pawprint Studio

Pawprint Studio announced on the 8th that its cross-platform open-world monster-catching RPG, Aniimo, will participate in the Summer Game Fest and Future Games Show. The studio will unveil new in-game footage and begin recruiting participants for a global beta test.

Aniimo is a cross-platform RPG centered on open-world monster catching and adventure. Players take on the role of adventurers exploring the fantasy world of the Adel Continent, where they encounter mysterious creatures known as Aniimo and embark on their own unique journeys.

The game aims to be an open-world theme park that encompasses everything from natural ecosystems to urban lifestyle content. Through its unique 'Twine' system, players can engage in diverse gameplay, including battling, merging, inheriting special abilities, and exploring from the perspective of an Aniimo.

The newly released footage provides the first look at Astra, a new futuristic city map. Featuring a blend of vibrant neon lights and high-tech elements, Astra is designed to serve as a hub for adventurers to live, learn, communicate, and build new connections.

The core 'Twine' system was also showcased. Players can form deep bonds with their Aniimo to utilize special abilities. Furthermore, players can explore the world from an Aniimo's perspective, immersing themselves in the creatures' daily lives and natural behaviors for a unique adventure.

Combat moves away from traditional turn-based systems in favor of real-time action. Players can freely switch between 'Go Mode,' where the adventurer commands and supports their Aniimo from the rear, and 'Command Mode,' where they use Twine to transform directly into an Aniimo to join the fray.

Aniimo will support cross-platform play across consoles, PC, and mobile. The game is planned for release on PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, Epic Games, Windows, Google Play, and the App Store, with the goal of providing a seamless experience across all devices.

Recruitment for the global beta test began on the 7th, with the test scheduled to take place on PC, iOS, Android, and Steam. During the beta, players can capture over 200 types of Aniimo, each featuring distinct behaviors tailored to their unique ecology and habits.

Alongside the test, an official creator program has been launched. Selected participants, including video creators, streamers, and social media content producers, will receive beta access and exclusive official creator rewards.

The Pawprint Studio development team stated that every Aniimo was meticulously crafted by the art team to enhance immersion in the Adel Continent through lifelike movements and interactions with the environment. They encouraged players to join the beta test and experience the unique charm of Aniimo firsthand.