Arknights: Endfield is set in the world of the mobile tower defense RPG hybrid Arknights, which launched in 2020.

Arknights: Endfield finds players on a planet called Talos-II, a harsh alien world rife with catastrophes and risks, beset by various threats and disasters, including the supernatural catastrophe known as the Blight.

The deep story and cyberpunk-themed world of Arknights is further explored in season 2 of the popular anime series, Arknights: Perish in Frost produced by Yostar Pictures now streaming on Crunchyroll. 

Publisher GRYPHLINE announced the PC beta test for Arknights: Endfield, allows players to explore the vast world of Talos-II before its full launch.

The beta features a wealth of new content and gameplay updates, including rich storylines, refined combat systems, map exploration, AIC progression, and more, and supports multiple voice-over and UI options including  English, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin.

“We are eager to hear the feedback players will share during the upcoming beta test. Your insights will be vital in helping us refine Endfield, bringing it closer to its full potential. Together, let's witness the unfolding of a new chapter in the Arknights universe," said Lead Arknights: Endfield developers, Light Zhong and Yifeng Huang.

The beta test will be conducted on PC and Endministrators can check their selection status by logging on to the official website with the GRYHPLINE account used to register for the beta test. Additionally, accepted players were sent an email on Jan 9. to the address used for the beta test sign-up survey with instructions on completing beta registration.

New Content:

New Playable Characters:

Characters featured in the previous test have undergone significant updates, including new models, animations, and special effects. In the upcoming beta test, players will have access to 15 playable characters, including two Endministrators (one of which is a new playable Endministrator) and 13 playable characters, with six new characters introduced in the test phase. This beta will also provide a preview of a limited portion of the game's monetization system.

Combat and Character Progression:

Based on player feedback from the previous test, some adjustments have been made to various systems, including combat mechanics, skill effects, and character progression: 

• New "Combo Skills": Under specific conditions, characters can trigger powerful combo attacks between them.
• New "Dodge" Mechanic: Added instant combat elements like dodging to enhance gameplay.
• Adjustments to Skill Effects and Release Logic: Skills, their effects, and how they are executed in combat have been refined.
• Changes to Item Usage: The use of consumable items like potions during battles has been updated.
• Expanded Character Progression: Character development now offers more depth and variety, allowing for a richer progression experience.

Base Building System:

The beta test introduces new tutorials and advanced gameplay mechanics to further enrich the player experience: 

• Base Building Tutorials: Various guides have been added to help players master the base construction system.
• New Defensive Structures: Tower defense-style buildings have been introduced, supporting both offensive and defensive operations.
• Expanded Construction Areas: Unlike the previous test, where factories could only be built in the central Hub Area, other maps now feature outposts where players can establish and expand their factories.

Story, Scenes, and Levels:

Several updates have been made to the game's storyline and environments to offer a more immersive experience:

• Reworked Main Storyline: The main quest line has been expanded and enriched for a more captivating narrative.
• New Maps: Nine maps will be available in the beta
• New Puzzle and Dungeon Content: Fresh puzzle mechanics and dungeons have been added to increase gameplay variety.

UI and System Enhancements: 

User interface and system guidance have been improved based on player feedback from the previous test.

Arknights: Endfield is in development for Android, iOS, PC and PS5.