A brand-new fighting game titled Hunter x Hunter: Nen X Impact has been unveiled. Based on the popular Hunter x Hunter manga series, the game promises to transform the beloved characters into action-packed gameplay. The reveal comes with a brief teaser trailer, offering fans a glimpse of the characters gearing up for intense battles.
Development Insights and Gameplay Speculations
The teaser, although lacking in actual gameplay footage, has sparked speculation among fans about the nature of Nen X Impact. While the trailer doesn't provide a release date or gameplay details, there are concerns that the game might lean towards the arena fighter genre rather than a more traditional fighting game. Described as a "full-scale" or "full-fledged" fighting game, the translation from the original Japanese (via Google Translate) leaves room for interpretation, keeping fans eagerly awaiting further clarification.
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Nen X Impact is under development by Eighting, a renowned Japanese studio known for its work on licensed anime and manga games. With a history of collaboration on significant projects, including Nintendo's Pikmin 4 and Pikmin 3 Deluxe, Eighting brings a wealth of experience to this Hunter x Hunter adaptation.
What to Expect and Platforms
The teaser leaves fans cautiously optimistic about the game's development, as it suggests a format where players may select three characters at a time, possibly swapping them mid-fight for extended rounds.
While no specific platforms have been confirmed, the safe assumption includes PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Considering Eighting's history with Nintendo, a potential Switch port might also be in the cards, especially given the modest visuals seen in the teaser.
Bushiroad and Eighting have not yet announced the release date for Hunter x Hunter: Nen X Impact, which was first unveiled at Jump Festa 2024 in December 2023.
In the meantime, you can watch official teaser here:
