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Infinity Nikki: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Open-World Fashion Adventure

The highly anticipated open-world fashion game, Infinity Nikki, is set to launch on December 4th (EST/PST). A recently released 25-minute documentary offers a fascinating glimpse into the game's extensive development process, highlighting the passion and dedication of the team.

Miraland's Creation: A Journey from Concept to Reality

The project began in December 2019, with the Nikki series producer envisioning an open-world experience where Nikki could freely explore and adventure. The initial development was shrouded in secrecy, even utilizing a separate office to maintain confidentiality. The team spent over a year laying the groundwork and building the game's infrastructure before expanding recruitment.

Game designer Sha Dingyu describes the unique challenges of integrating the established Nikki dress-up game mechanics into an open-world setting, a process that involved building a framework from the ground up. This marked a significant evolution for the Nikki franchise, which began with NikkiUp2U in 2012. Infinity Nikki represents the fifth installment and the series' debut on PC and consoles. The team's commitment is evident, with the producer even creating a clay model of the Grand Millewish Tree to visualize their vision.

The documentary showcases the vibrant world of Miraland, focusing on the mystical Grand Millewish Tree and its inhabitants, including the charming Faewish Sprites. Game designer Xiao Li emphasizes the lifelike quality of the NPCs, who maintain their routines even while Nikki is completing missions.

A Team of Industry Veterans

The game's stunning visuals are a testament to the talent behind Infinity Nikki. In addition to the core Nikki series team, the developers have recruited experienced international talent. Kentaro "Tomiken" Tominaga, a veteran game designer from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, serves as Lead Sub Director. Concept artist Andrzej Dybowski, known for his work on The Witcher 3, also contributed his expertise.

From the official start of development on December 28th, 2019, to the December 4th, 2024 launch, the team dedicated over 1814 days to bringing their vision to life. Prepare to embark on an unforgettable adventure through Miraland with Nikki and Momo this December!