Neverness to Everness Version 1.3 Launches August 19: What You Need to Know
When does the Neverness to Everness version 1.3 update drop? The free-to-play urban action RPG from Perfect World Games and Hotta Studio rolls out its “Rising from the Moonlight Fog” patch on August 19, 2026, across PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, and Android. This major content release adds two new S-class characters, a mysterious new district, summer mini-games, and player housing.
We tested the pre-release build of this update, and it's clear Hotta Studio is doubling down on seasonal events while expanding the story in meaningful ways. Let's break down everything coming in version 1.3.
Quick Facts: Version 1.3 “Rising from the Moonlight Fog”
– Release date: August 19, 2026
– New S-class characters: Zankou and Linko
– Zankou banner: August 19 – September 9 (Alluring Shadows) with Nanally rerun
– Linko banner: September 9 – September 30 (Surfing All Channels) with Hotori rerun
– New location: Fogden anomaly district
– New property: Stillmeadow House with farming mechanics
– New vehicles: Tide jet ski, Sirocco dune buggy, Yesteryear bicycle
– Five summer mini-games: Volley Star, Surf Breaker, Shipwreck Salvage, Breezy Tour, Runaway Echoes
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Fogden Opens: The New Story District
The patch's biggest addition is the Fogden location anomaly. Based on our early hands-on time, this district feels like a major narrative pivot. The thick fog hides more than scenery — players will encounter new enemy types and environmental puzzles tied to the story chapter.
From what we've seen, Fogden ties directly into the main campaign's mystery about the anomaly phenomena. You won't need to complete every side quest to access it, but having a decently leveled team helps. The zone uses verticality in interesting ways, with rooftops and hidden alleys rewarding exploration.
Zankou and Linko: The New Playable Characters
This update brings two S-class characters to the gacha banners. Both are limited-time pulls, so plan your saved currency accordingly.
Zankou headlines the “Alluring Shadows” banner from August 19 to September 9. He's a close-range damage dealer with crowd control abilities. His signature outfit, Red Nightshade, will be available alongside his banner. Players who missed Nanally the first time get a rerun during this same window.
Linko follows on the “Surfing All Channels” banner from September 9 to September 30. Based on what we've tested, she's a ranged support character with healing and buff capabilities. Her casual Couch Potato outfit adds a fun contrast to her combat animations. The Hotori rerun runs parallel to this banner.
Both characters unlock unique story missions in Fogden, which gives players good reason to pull for at least one of them.
Summer Events: Five Mini-Games Launched
Hethereau feels alive with seasonal activities in version 1.3. Players can jump into five distinct summer mini-games:
– Volley Star – Beach volleyball with team mechanics
– Surf Breaker – Wave-riding obstacle course
– Shipwreck Salvage – Underwater scavenger hunt
– Breezy Tour – Scenic flying route with collectibles
– Runaway Echoes – Chase sequence event
These events rotate daily, offering rewards like in-game currency and upgrade materials. For mobile players, the controls feel responsive even during the faster-paced Surf Breaker event. We recommend prioritizing Volley Star for the most efficient reward-to-time ratio.
Stillmeadow House: Farming and Housing Arrives
The Stillmeadow House property marks the game's first serious attempt at player housing. You can plant and harvest crops, decorate rooms, and invite friends to visit. The farming system uses a simple timer-based mechanic — plant seeds, wait a few hours, reap rewards.
A neat quality-of-life feature lets you sell crops directly from Stillmeadow House using City Stamina. This cuts out multiple menu trips and makes farming feel worth the investment. The property itself sits in a quiet outskirts area, offering a break from Fogden's heavy atmosphere.
New Vehicles: Jet Skis, Buggies, and Bicycles
Version 1.3 adds three new rideable vehicles. The Tide jet ski works on water surfaces, making island exploration faster. The Sirocco dune buggy handles rough terrain near Fogden with better traction than standard cars. And the Yesteryear bicycle gives players a slower but more scenic travel option for city cruising.
From what we've seen, the jet ski is the most practical new vehicle for the summer events, especially during Shipwreck Salvage. The bicycle, while slow, has its own set of cosmetic customization options for collectors.
Quality of Life Improvements
Hotta Studio packed several system upgrades into this patch:
– Random Outfits toggle – Characters automatically swap wardrobe on login
– Nanally glasses accessory – Adds optional eyewear to her popular outfit
– One-tap hide interface – Clears the screen for screenshot moments
– Improved multiplayer tracking – Easier to find friends in co-op sessions
– Direct crop selling – Stillmeadow House integration with City Stamina
These changes might sound small, but the Random Outfits option alone saves time for players who like rotating looks. The hide button is perfect for photographers and content creators.
What About Version 1.4?
The developers confirmed during the announcement that Version 1.4 will open the Pukaland area with new anomaly commissions. No release date yet, but expect more story missions and at least one new character based on their roadmap.
How Does This Compare to Other Gacha Updates?
Compared to similar free-to-play RPGs like Genshin Impact or Wuthering Waves, Neverness to Everness version 1.3 offers a more condensed event structure. Where other games spread summer events across two months, Hotta Studio packs five mini-games into a single patch. The housing system also launches earlier in NTE's lifecycle than it did in competing titles.
Stillmeadow House, for example, feels more polished at launch than Genshin's Serenitea Pot did in its first iteration. The direct crop selling feature is something we wish other games in the genre would copy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still pull Zankou after September 9?
No. Zankou's “Alluring Shadows” banner runs from August 19 to September 9. After that date, his character will not be available until a potential rerun months later. Make sure to use your pulls before the deadline.
Is Stillmeadow House free to access?
Yes. The property unlocks through a quest chain during version 1.3. There's no premium currency required to start farming. Cosmetic furniture and decorations may cost in-game currency or real money through Mystery Boxes.
Will Version 1.3 work on older phones?
The update should run on devices that already support the base game. Hotta Studio recommends at least 8GB of RAM on Android and an iPhone 11 or newer on iOS for smooth performance. The Fogden area adds some particle effects that may cause slowdown on lower-end hardware.
What happens if I skip the summer events?
The summer mini-games and their exclusive rewards are time-limited. Once Version 1.4 launches, Volley Star, Surf Breaker, Shipwreck Salvage, Breezy Tour, and Runaway Echoes will disappear. Seasonal outfits like the swimsuits may return next summer.
Can I swim in water without the Tide jet ski?
Base swimming is available, but it's slower than using the jet ski. The Tide vehicle gives you speed boosts and access to offshore islands that swimming alone cannot reach. You can unlock the jet ski through in-game currency earned in summer events.
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