Bilibili's 'Ete Chronicle' Launches Japan CBT: Community Worries About Another 'Gacha Graveyard' Addition

Bilibili's mecha-themed mobile game 'Ete Chronicle' has officially opened registration for its Japanese closed beta test (CBT). The recruitment window runs from July 20th to July 29th, supporting both iOS and Android. Given the persistent difficulties in securing publishing licenses (Banhao) in China, many speculate that the game is bypassing the domestic market to launch exclusively in Japan.

The Japanese promotional PV revealed more gameplay footage. While the game focuses on mecha combat, players quickly pointed out the low-quality modeling and the somewhat forced, fan-service-heavy camera angles. The community reaction has been largely negative, with one user bluntly commenting, 'Why would anyone still trust Bilibili with their game? Are the developers not afraid that their hard work will be ruined by this incompetent team?'

As the discussion escalated, players offered various critiques, with some calling it 'Abyss Horizon 2' and predicting it will be yet another addition to the 'Gacha Graveyard' (a cynical term for Bilibili's failed or poorly managed games). However, some remain optimistic, arguing that due to China's strict censorship, a direct Japanese release is a blessing in disguise—allowing for 'lewd' content that would otherwise be purged by regulators.