[NetEase] OIP Band Teaser Released: Is the Long-Abandoned Idol Project Finally Back?

Today, the long-rumored 'cancelled' idol project (OIP) for Onmyoji made an unexpected return with a brand new teaser. The video unveils the 'Ooe-yama Band' debut, a surprising reveal for veteran players who had written the project off.

The comment section is buzzing with speculation. Veteran players quickly identified this as the project teased in the old Aonodou (青行灯) debut PV, which has been dormant for over 18 months. Community members debated the origin of the project; while some linked it to a previous commercial tie-in, others quickly pointed out the timeline discrepancy. With the project 'resurrecting' out of nowhere, many are questioning NetEase's strategy, especially with the game's anniversary celebration just around the corner. Even those who have moved on from the game expressed a mix of nostalgia and hope that the developers will finally put some effort into managing this long-forgotten intellectual property.