FAQ
Answers to common Aniimo questions.
What is ANIIMO (伊莫)?
ANIIMO is a free-to-play, multiplayer open-world creature-catching RPG by Pawprint Studio (published by KingsGlory / FunPlus). On the continent of Idyll you catch magical Aniimo, raise them, and Twine (联结) with them to fight, glide, dive and explore from their perspective. No creature gacha — every Aniimo is obtainable through play. (Also searched as Aniimo, Annimo, Animmo, Animoo, Anima.)
When does ANIIMO release?
ANIIMO launches worldwide on September 16, 2026 (Q3 2026) across PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store), PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Android and iOS. A Global Closed Beta ran in summer 2026.
Is ANIIMO crossplay? Which platforms are supported?
Yes. ANIIMO is cross-platform with progress synced across PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, iOS and Android — squad up with friends on any device. (Confirm exact platform list at launch.)
Is ANIIMO pay-to-win? How does monetization work?
It is free-to-play and not pay-to-win for creatures: all Aniimo are caught, hatched or earned in-game — there is no gacha for creatures. Monetization is cosmetics and convenience only: optional Advanced Edition (~$9.99, includes a Prismana Aniimo egg + battle pass) and Collector Edition (~$19.99), plus a monthly card and battle pass. The Advanced Edition’s Prismana egg is a cosmetic-form head-start, not power.
What are the ANIIMO system requirements?
PC minimum: Windows 10, Intel i5-9th / Ryzen 2700 or above, 8 GB RAM, GTX 1060 / RX 580 / Intel Arc A580, 30 GB SSD, broadband internet. Recommended: Windows 11, i7-9th / Ryzen 3700 or above, 16 GB RAM, RTX 3060 / RX 6600 or above. Mobile: iOS 16+ (iPhone 12+), Android 10+ with ~6–8 GB RAM. (Beta values; final specs may change.)
Is ANIIMO a gacha game?
No. ANIIMO has no creature gacha — every Aniimo is caught, hatched or earned through gameplay, so you can complete the full dex without spending. Monetization is cosmetics and convenience only: Advanced Edition (~$9.99, includes a Prismana Aniimo egg + battle pass) and Collector Edition (~$19.99), plus a monthly card and battle pass.
What platforms is ANIIMO on? Is it on PS5, Xbox, Steam or PC?
ANIIMO launches September 16, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store) and mobile (Android & iOS). Cross-platform play with synced progress across every device — squad up with friends anywhere.
Can I pre-order or pre-register for ANIIMO?
Yes. Wishlist and pre-order on PlayStation 5, Xbox, Steam and Epic Games Store; pre-register on mobile (Android & iOS) at aniimo.com for beta and launch rewards. The Advanced Edition (~$9.99) includes a Prismana Aniimo egg + battle pass; the Collector Edition (~$19.99) adds extra cosmetics.
What is ANIIMO gameplay like?
ANIIMO is an open-world creature-catching RPG. Explore the living continent of Idyll, catch magical Aniimo, then Twine (联结) with one to fight, glide, dive and explore from its perspective. Aniimo shift forms with weather, time and region; raise, evolve (Lumin → Gamma → Nova) and build your squad.
Who develops ANIIMO? Is it made by Tencent?
ANIIMO is developed by Pawprint Studio and published by KingsGlory (FunPlus / Tencent). It is a free-to-play, multiplayer open-world creature-catching RPG.
Where is the ANIIMO community? Discord, Reddit or social?
Join the official ANIIMO Discord and follow ANIIMO on X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. The subreddit r/ANIIMO is community-run. Find codes, tier lists and guides here on ANIIMO Dex.
Is ANIIMO like Palworld or Pokémon?
ANIIMO shares the creature-collecting spirit of Pokémon and the co-op open world of Palworld, but stands apart: you Twine (联结) with an Aniimo to literally become it — fighting, gliding and diving from its point of view — and forms shift with weather, time and region. No creature gacha; free-to-play.