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Infinity Nikki: A Deep Dive into the Making of a Fashion-Forward Open World

Infinity Nikki, the highly anticipated fashion-centric open-world game, is set to launch December 4th (EST/PST). A recently released 25-minute documentary offers a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the game's extensive development journey, showcasing the passion and dedication of its creators.

The documentary reveals that the project, initiated in December 2019, was shrouded in secrecy, even utilizing a separate office to maintain confidentiality. The team, assembled over a year, faced the unique challenge of seamlessly integrating the established Nikki IP's dress-up mechanics into a brand-new open-world setting. Game designer Sha Dingyu describes this as a groundbreaking endeavor, requiring the creation of a completely new framework from the ground up.

Despite the inherent difficulties, the team, driven by a desire to elevate the Nikki franchise, successfully transitioned from mobile origins (dating back to NikkiUp2U in 2012) to a PC and console release. The producer's dedication is evident, even crafting a clay model of the in-game Grand Millewish Tree to visualize the game world.

The documentary highlights Miraland's vibrant world, focusing on the enchanting Grand Millewish Tree and its inhabitants, the Faewish Sprites. Game designer Xiao Li emphasizes the dynamic nature of the NPCs, who maintain their routines even during gameplay, adding a layer of realism and immersion.

The game's stunning visuals are a testament to the expertise of its development team. Beyond the core Nikki team, Infinity Nikki boasts high-profile talent, including Lead Sub Director Kentaro "Tomiken" Tominaga (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild) and concept artist Andrzej Dybowski (The Witcher 3).

After over 1800 days of development, Infinity Nikki is poised for launch. Prepare to embark on an unforgettable adventure with Nikki and Momo in the captivating world of Miraland this December!