Neverness to Everness (NTE), an open-world urban fantasy action RPG from Hotta Studio frequently dubbed "Anime GTA" by the internet, made a major splash upon its release on Twitch. At its launch peak, more than 3,500 creators were streaming the game simultaneously — the sixth-highest channel count among all new game releases in 2026.
What is Neverness to Everness?
Launched on April 29, 2026, Neverness to Everness (NTE) immediately captivated audiences with its blend of gameplay mechanics. From high-octane battles with unique character abilities to 'Anime GTA' elements like deep vehicle customization and property ownership, the game provides a rich experience across the city of Hethereau. Now available on PC, PS5, and mobile, this free-to-play gacha title has successfully turned its ambitious urban setting into one of the year's most talked-about releases.
How popular is Neverness to Everness?
On its release day, Neverness to Everness generated 1.5 million HW on Twitch. In just its first day, the game amassed half the total viewership that Highguard has accumulated throughout its entire lifespan on the platform.
NTE maintained an average of 64.5K concurrent viewers, with a peak audience reaching 98.2K. With these impressive metrics, the game outperformed many other 2026 releases, including Arknights: Endfield, Nioh 3, and Pokémon Champions.
The second day following its release, peak viewership for Neverness to Everness climbed even higher, reaching 114.9K concurrent viewers. This figure surpasses the launch peaks of other major titles like Windrose and Mewgenics.
The standout achievement for Neverness to Everness on launch day was the sheer volume of broadcasters; at its peak, 3,589 streamers were live-streaming the game simultaneously. This ranks as the sixth-highest channel peak among all new game releases in 2026.
Top game releases of 2026 by Peak Channels on Twitch
In terms of broadcaster activity, Neverness to Everness surpassed other major hits this year, including Pokémon Pokopia, REANIMA, and Slay the Spire II. Remarkably, even the launch of Vessel of Hatred, the new DLC for Diablo IV, failed to draw as many creators.
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On its launch day, Neverness to Everness secured the sixth spot among the most popular games on Twitch, notably outperforming Diablo IV.
Who are the top Neverness to Everness creators on Twitch?
The top streamer for Neverness to Everness on launch day was the Spanish creator Rubén “Rubius” Doblas; his broadcast lasted approximately five hours and amassed over 94K hours watched. Meanwhile, Zack “zackrawrr” Hoyt (Asmongold) led the way in peak viewership, drawing roughly 41K concurrent viewers to his NTE stream. However, zackrawrr spent very little time with the game, only providing a brief first look at the project.
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Neverness to Everness top streamers on Twitch
It is worth noting that NTE proved to be quite popular among streamers from the United States, Taiwan, and Japan. The game caught the attention of many VTubers, including the likes of Kanae Channel and Silvervale — which is hardly surprising given its distinct anime aesthetic. As is typical for new gacha releases, nearly every NTE streamer on launch day featured active Twitch Drops to engage their audience.
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How to get Neverness to Everness Twitch Drops?
To celebrate the launch of Neverness to Everness (NTE), developers have rolled out a special Twitch Drops campaign, allowing players to earn valuable in-game resources simply by watching live broadcasts. Below is a guide to participating and a breakdown of the rewards available to viewers.
How to Claim Your Rewards
Earning Twitch Drops follows a straightforward process:
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Account Linking: First, visit the official game website to link your game profile with your Twitch account.
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Watch Streams: Once linked, tune into any Neverness to Everness stream under the game’s official category on Twitch.
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Claiming: After reaching specific viewing milestones, you can claim your rewards in your Twitch Inventory. The items will then be sent directly to your in-game mailbox.
Reward Tiers and Viewing Requirements
Rewards are unlocked incrementally based on total watch time, ranging from 15 minutes to 2.5 hours:
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15 Minutes: Beetle Coins (the game's primary currency).
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30 Minutes: Elite Hunter Guides (essential development resources).
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1 Hour: Chaotic Dyes (items used for cosmetic customization).
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1.5 Hours: "Manhole Bosses" items.
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2 Hours: De-noise Solutions.
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2.5 Hours: Annulith (the game's premium currency).
In addition to the Twitch Drops campaign, players who log in during the launch window are eligible for pre-registration milestones. These bonuses include the A-rank character Haniel, a unique glider skin, and an S-rank standard character selector chest.
