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Relationships with residents

Relationships with residents let you recruit them, which unlocks items, badges and combat abilities. More than 100 people in the city have their own stories and quests.

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What we know

NetEase’s 2026 press release ties relationships to the Yeet Squad: meet residents, build bonds, recruit allies and unlock rewards. Game Informer and CGMagazine give the number of residents as over 100. Ash Qi told TechRadar you can invite your favorite character to go shopping, eat out or see a show.

Sources

  1. NetEase press release: ANANTA launches January 15, 2027NetEase Games (Games Press) · August 25, 2026 · Build Your Own Yeet Squad
  2. Ananta gets a new trailer and a release dateGame Informer · August 25, 2026 · Over 100 citizens
  3. Producer Ash Qi on Nova City, Chongxiao and LingyunTechRadar · September 7, 2026 · Inviting characters

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