Well, if NetEase’s upcoming Ananta really is real, then the rest of the free-to-play market is in big trouble. A Famitsu cover story has revealed that the jaw-dropping anime open world game has no character gacha at all. Monetisation functions through character customisation, so you’ll be able to buy different cosmetics, cars, and decorations. Character gachas, popularised by the likes of Genshin Impact, have become the standard among free-to-play games like this. Typically, there’s an element of gambling involved, where you’re not guaranteed the promoted character unless you pull a set number of times.