“Arknights: Endfield” Cultivate the wilderness and build a civilization! A next-generation RPG that combines strategy, action, and factory simulation.

“Arknights: Endfield” is a 3D real-time strategy RPG that is a spin-off of the globally popular “Arknights” series!From January 22, 2026, GRYPHLINE will start distributing the game for free on all platforms: PC, PS5, iOS, and Android. It features an unprecedentedly challenging game design that takes a turn from traditional tower defense and combines full-fledged 3D action with industrial simulation.

The story takes place on the planet “Talo II,” a satellite of the gas giant planet Talos, where abundant resources and a dangerous environment coexist. Players take on the role of the manager of Endfield Industries, developing unexplored lands and developing infrastructure and bases while dealing with frequent natural disasters and hostile forces. Although it is based on the same world view as “Arknights'', it is an independent story that depicts the unique history and forces of Taro II, making it easy to understand even for players who have not played the previous games in the series. As for the specific voice actor cast, no official announcement has been made at the time of writing.

It was developed by MOUNTAIN CONTOUR studio under Hypergryph. This work, which has been refined through multiple beta tests, has undergone a complete overhaul of the graphics, battle system, and training elements, with a thorough pursuit of quality to the point that some parts have been “recreated from scratch.”

The number of pre-registrations has exceeded 35 million people, and it has been attracting attention at The Game Awards in 2025, generating high expectations around the world even before its release. Internal tests have revealed a rich amount of content with an expected play time of over 50 hours, and the game has been praised for its ability to be played from the beginning to the end without getting bored.

An innovative combat system that combines 3D action and strategy

Battles in “Arknights: End Field'' are real-time 3D action battles between parties made up of up to four operators (characters). The player controls one person directly, and the remaining members are automatically battled by AI. The character you control can be changed instantly at any time, and the high degree of freedom that allows you to flexibly change tactics depending on the battle situation is appealing.

What creates the depth of combat is the combo system of normal attacks and the concept of heavy attacks. Combos occur by performing regular attacks in succession, and the final stage is a heavy attack that accumulates break value on the enemy. The accumulation of this break value leads to the recovery of combat skill points, and is a factor in strategically determining when to activate powerful skills.

Furthermore, this work is equipped with a unique system called “Arts Reaction”. It's a system similar to elemental reactions in other games, where applying tactical techniques of different attributes in succession causes status abnormalities such as “Arts Explosion'' and “Arts Abnormality.'' By combining various attributes such as physical, scorching, cold, natural, and electromagnetic,An experience that adds strategic depth to battles and allows you to enjoy completely different fighting styles depending on the combination of characters.is obtained.

Each operator has a clearly defined role depending on their occupation (vanguard, vanguard, magician, heavy armor, assault, support, etc.), and each has their own specialized weapons, special abilities, and powerful special moves. Friendly characters that are not being controlled can also activate skills at any time, soMore than just an action game, it is a new type of battle that is both tense and exhilarating, requiring strategic decisions to command the entire party.You can experience it.

An overwhelming sense of immersion created by factory simulation

The biggest feature of “Arknights: End Field'' is the “Assembly Industrial System''. This is not just sub-content, but a full-fledged factory automation simulation that is the core of the game's design. Players build bases in vast fields, place mining equipment and processing facilities, and design and build resource production lines with their own hands.

The appeal of this system lies in its strategic nature, which greatly changes production efficiency depending on where the equipment is placed and how the production line is drawn. Switching to a bird's-eye view to see the entire base while pursuing a lean and efficient line feels like playing a full-fledged factory simulation game. It's amazing to watch huge factories in action, where everything is automated, from mining and processing materials to transporting finished products.For those who like craft games and simulation games, it's an overwhelmingly immersive experience that will make you lose track of time.bring about.

More importantly, this industrial system is not just an independent element, but is closely linked to exploration and combat. Materials collected during field exploration are processed in factories to manufacture equipment and items necessary for battle. With the equipment you manufacture, you will be able to take on more difficult exploration areas. This cycle of “exploration → production → reinforcement → new exploration” isAn experience that naturally guides the player to the next goal and allows them to proceed with planet development while always feeling a sense of accomplishment.is producing.

There are also elements such as constructing towers for power supply and connecting electric wires, so it's not just about installing equipment, it's fun to build efficient infrastructure while calculating distances and layouts. This is a 3D evolution of the base system of the original “Arknights”,The sense of accomplishment of cultivating unexplored land with your own hands and building a functioning giant factory city is a unique charm that cannot be experienced in other games.It becomes.

The vast world of the beautiful and dangerous planet Taro II

The planet Taro II, which is the setting for the adventure of “Arknights: Endfield'', is characterized by a vast field with diverse terrain and climate. As the player explores, the landscape changes dramatically, revealing majestic nature and unknown ruins one after another. This field expression perfectly reproduces the “Arknights-likeness'' in 3D space, creating a unique atmosphere that lets you understand at first glance that “this is the world of Endfield.''

During field exploration, you will collect materials, discover treasure chests, and uncover hidden secrets. If you encounter an enemy while exploring, you will seamlessly transition to battle.An adventure that naturally combines combat and exploration while freely running around in a vast open-world style field.You can enjoy it. Although it is a non-open world, the dense map structure with each area meticulously designed creates a world that is worth exploring.

The story is scheduled to continue to be expanded even after the official release, and a new phase at Seiha Fort will unfold in the wake of the incident that occurred in Yachi No. 4. A complex and crisis-filled situation awaits the player, including the loss of contact with Tantan, the boss on the outskirts of Wuling, and the appearance of Bonecrusher. New maps will be released one after another with updates,Long-term enjoyment as the story and adventure continue to expandis available.

Attractive characters and rich expressiveness

The characters in Arknights: Endfield are brought to life with high-quality 3D graphics. What is noteworthy is the richness of the characters' expressions. Facial expressions that minutely change according to emotions do not just change the appearance, but also convey the character's emotions directly to the player. When a character gets angry in the story, you feel the anger along with them, and the scenes where they cry are heart-wrenching.This richness of expression dramatically increases the sense of immersion in the story and naturally deepens your attachment to the characters.is obtained.

Each of the operators that appear has a unique background story and attractive design. A variety of characters appear, including Laevatein, who has the power of fire, Leafon, an apprentice guard, Ember, a knight from the north, and Yvonne, a free-spirited researcher. Some characters from the original Arknights, such as Warfarin, also appear, which is a welcome addition for fans of the previous work.

The characters' movements are also expressed with high-quality motion, and even the way each character climbs the stairs is different. The PS5 version fully supports the DualSense controller, with haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and 3D audio.An immersive experience that appeals to all five senses, allowing you to feel the presence of the characters not only visually but also through touch and hearing.has been realized.

Comprehensive training system and long-term commitment elements

The training system of “Arknights: End Field” has a wide variety of strengthening elements. The range of development is extremely wide, including the level of the character itself, the skill system that is subdivided into multiple parts, the level of the weapon itself, and the careful selection of special devices attached to the weapon. Although this complexity may seem confusing at first,The fun of slowly developing your characters and building your own strongest partyis provided.

The gacha system has a ceiling function that allows you to get the highest rarity character if you pull it a certain number of times. To commemorate the release, luxury benefits such as scout tickets worth up to 135 times, ★6 operator “Ardelia”, ★6 weapon “Whisper of the Blue Star”, and ★6 weapon selection box will be distributed. Pre-registration benefits include the ★5 operator “Snowshine'', 20 scout tickets, and the ★5 weapon “Last Voice'', soAn environment where you can start your adventure with a rich set of characters and equipment immediately after release.are in place.

The amount of content is also substantial, and in addition to the main story, there are plenty of elements that can be enjoyed over a long period of time, such as highly difficult content, exploration elements, and optimization of industrial systems. At the beta test stage, the volume was so high that people said, “You don't have to worry about the void period.''A design that allows you to enjoy it according to your play style, whether you log in every day and progress little by little, or dive into it all at once in a set amount of time.It becomes. Continuous updates are planned even after release, and the exploration of Taro II is sure to be a long-lasting, epic adventure.