Asobiholic Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, CEO: Bo Walter) has announced that a demo version of the free-to-play sandbox MMO "Neden" will be released soon. This demo version will feature early access to the "Deathmatch Mode."
Below are the details about this demo version and the game itself.
A New Direction Beyond Conventional Frameworks
Neden is being developed to pursue a new direction that transcends existing conventions. This third-person deathmatch focuses on "tactical flexibility" and "adaptation during matches," where the game's meta (trending tactics) changes each time a player respawns.
Flexibility as Strategy
Real-Time Loadout
The core of this mode, which supports everything from 1v1 to 4v4 team battles, lies in its versatile loadout system. Players can reselect from three different weapon sets each time they respawn. If your current strategy cannot break through the enemy's defensive line, you can immediately pivot at the respawn point and switch to a playstyle that counters the opponent's strengths.
Battlefield Looting
Combat in Neden isn't limited to just the equipment you bring. When you defeat an enemy, their weapons drop on the field. This enables improvisational gameplay. For example, you can start the match as a long-range shooter and finish as a close-range fighter.
Key Features
- In-Match Evolution: Change equipment at respawn points to stay ahead of opponents with your strategy.
- Dynamic Looting: Pick up defeated opponents' weapons and adapt tactics on the spot.
- Trial and Error: Test new tactics and weapon set combinations in real combat without returning to the lobby.
Neden's deathmatch is designed not just as a shootout, but with "tactical flexibility" at its core. The system that allows players to select different weapon sets each time they respawn enables immediate testing and fine-tuning of tactics in real combat without returning to the lobby.
Additionally, the game adopts a third-person perspective (TPS), making situational awareness and quick movement crucial. Players are required to make optimal judgments based on the situation, such as picking up enemy weapons left on the battlefield and dynamically switching from long-range to close-range combat. The path to victory lies not only in pursuing weapon sets that match your battle style but also in calmly assessing the enemy team's equipment and movements and responding with loadouts that counter them.
Related Links
Official Website: Asobiholic Co., Ltd.
STEAM®: Neden Steam Page (Free-To-Play)
Discord: Discord
Instagram: Asobiholic Official Account
YouTube Official Channel: @asobiholic
Product Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Neden |
| Release Date | TBD (2026) |
| Price | Free-to-Play (F2P) |
| Genre | MMORPG/Sandbox/Survival/Simulation/Action |
| Languages | Japanese / English / Italian / French |
| Platform | STEAM® |
| Number of Players | 1 Player ※Online PvP and Online Co-op Supported |
| Copyright Notice | ©2026 Asobiholic Co., Ltd |
| CERO Rating | D |
| Notes | ●Copyright Notice Please be sure to include the copyright notice and the following disclaimer. ©2026 Asobiholic Co., Ltd. "STEAM®" is a trademark or registered trademark of Valve Corporation. ※Screenshots are from a development build. ※Information in this release is current as of the announcement date. Content may change without notice. |
