A: It has been a humbling six months. From the early access and official launch in March, we have been steadily adding regions, heroes, and content. We are truly grateful to the 'Star-gazers' (players) who have stuck with us.

I am most pleased that players have embraced our original story. Seeing the community theorize about upcoming characters and compare our multiverse narrative to the source material is a massive source of motivation for the development team.

However, I acknowledge the shortcomings regarding balance and difficulty. Because player progression and control schemes vary so wildly between devices, we failed to create a consistent difficulty curve that satisfied everyone. Moving forward, we are prioritising a better design that respects the unique characteristics of each platform.

Optimization remains our heaviest burden. We have formed a dedicated task force to ensure a smoother experience. The frequent crashes and connection stutters seen at launch have been significantly reduced, along with mobile overheating and freezing issues.

That said, bottlenecks on low-end devices remain a challenge. We are focusing on better handling for such hardware, balancing visual fidelity, and preventing memory leaks. Our goal is to provide settings that allow players to prioritize either visuals or performance.

A: The core direction is a 'New Beginning'. We have overhauled rewards, added the new hero Ban, introduced the 'Ravens' region, Act 17, and the 'Labyrinth' mode.

The biggest shift is the nature of the update itself. Previous patches were about fixing foundations, but this update is about building upwards. We want to show players the scale of what's to come.

A: For us, it feels like we have finally kept our promise. Assembling the full roster was a major milestone, and doing so at the 0.5-year mark is incredibly significant.

It also allows us to finally implement iconic combinations and character synergies from the original series, including specific interactions and story-recreation quests that require the full team.

A: We wanted to ensure each weapon felt distinct. The nunchucks excel in mid-range pressure, the greatsword is heavy and slow but devastating, and the gauntlets are optimized for the aggressive, close-quarters playstyle typical of Ban.

As for 'Snatch', we focused on the core concept of 'stealing'. It weakens the enemy while simultaneously buffing Ban, creating a satisfying loop of draining the opponent's power.

A: Ban is a 'sustained damage dealer' with self-sustain capabilities. This makes him highly flexible for raids, guild boss fights, and long field explorations where healing on the fly is essential.

We recommend pairing him with units that can break enemy posture to maximize his greatsword damage, or utilizing his ultimate combos to share 'Snatch' benefits with the entire party.

A: We balance three factors: the original release order, story progression, and player demand. We track community feedback and regional data closely to ensure our pipeline aligns with what the players actually want.

A: We are positively reviewing the inclusion of 'Four Knights of the Apocalypse' characters. As for alternate versions, we are aware that while players want to see new sides of their favorite characters, there are concerns about complexity. We are discussing this internally.

A: The system was designed to deepen the bond players have with a specific character over time. Rather than flooding the game with endless versions, we prefer to accumulate mechanical depth within a single character. We are, however, constantly reviewing feedback regarding the limitations of this system.

We will continue to look for ways to balance player attachment with the need for variety.

A: Our goal is for fans to feel the 'weight' of these characters through visual effects and impact, while ensuring that gameplay balance remains fair. No single character should be an absolute gatekeeper for content progression.

A: We handle re-runs very delicately. We are working on various ways to improve satisfaction, with the 'Enquete Summon' being our first major step toward letting players influence the re-run lineup.

A: Players have expressed a strong desire to experience iconic moments directly. This quest lets players control Meliodas and Elizabeth during their first meeting.

It serves as both a nostalgic treat for fans and a natural entry point for new players to learn about the world.

A: Yes, we intend to adapt the entire original narrative into the game, optimizing it for our play tempo and systems.

We are also considering the 'Four Knights of the Apocalypse' arc, though we will share specific dates once we have finalized agreements with the original rights holders.

A: We treat both as twin pillars. Our main story focuses on our unique multiverse, while the recreation quests remain strictly faithful to the original source material.

A: It is a non-combat-focused roguelike intended for all skill levels. It rewards strategic choices and party composition, helping new players grow without the pressure of pure stat-checking.

A: We view these not as opposing forces, but as different experiences. We are constantly streamlining the early-game experience—such as adding tutorial skips—to reduce fatigue.

Transcendence difficulty is purely competitive and optional. You don't need to touch it to enjoy the main game.

A: Transcendence is aimed at the top-tier players. It requires perfect execution of boss mechanics and precise party coordination rather than just high stats.

A: We agree and are working on narrative triggers to bring players back, alongside UI improvements like better map indicators for collectibles and fishing spots.

A: We focused on removing friction. This includes immediate retry buttons for dungeons and raids, and clearer in-game information for gear sets and acquisition sources.

A: Multiplayer is the future of the game. The Guild system, in particular, is vital for community longevity, so we will update it regularly without creating unnecessary social pressure.

A: Supervision is a core part of our development process, not an afterthought. We share everything from character designs to script tones early on. A highlight was working with Nakaba Suzuki-sensei on original characters like 'Tiore' and 'Burg'.

A: Absolutely. The systematic process of working with licensors, our quality control standards, and data-driven service knowledge are invaluable assets for any future project.

A: We split our live service and development teams to prevent bottlenecks and maintain a strict, predictable update cadence. This helps us work efficiently and lets players know exactly when to expect new content.

A: My goal is simple: I want anyone—new or returning—to jump in and have fun. We have refined so much over the last six months, and with all seven Sins now present, there has never been a better time to start.

We have prepared massive rewards for new and returning players. We've also lowered the threshold for the 'Burst' combat mechanic to ensure that early-game combat feels punchy and exciting right from the start.

A: Our goal for the first anniversary is to create a game where newcomers can start without stress, and veterans always have a clear purpose every week. We want to ensure everyone can enjoy the journey at their own pace.