Neverness to Everness promotional artwork — courtesy of Gamebassadors CreativesNTE 1.4 “For Whom the Verses Mourn”: Release Date, Banners, Pukaland and Events
Neverness to Everness Version 1.4 arrives September 30 with Blackbird, Akane Rin, the Pukaland funfair and events running until November 11.
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NTE Version 1.4 official trailerAutoplays muted · tap the video to play NTE on SteamNeverness to Everness (NTE) Version 1.4, “For Whom the Verses Mourn,” launches on September 30, 2026. Publisher Perfect World Games and developer Hotta Studio announced the update after the Version 1.4 preview program on September 16. It adds two new characters, two new areas and events scheduled until November 11.
New to the game? Start with our analysis of what NTE offers before you download.
NTE 1.4 at a glance
- Release date: September 30, 2026.
- New characters: Blackbird in the first phase, Akane Rin in the second, with a Lacrimosa rerun alongside Blackbird.
- New areas: St. Arbor, where the new main story takes place, and Pukaland, the amusement-park island of Hethereau.
- Story: a new main episode, “The Witch,” and a spinoff storyline, “To Us, Back Then.”
- Events: Pukaland Travelogue runs for the whole version, from September 30 to November 11.
- Platforms: PC, Mac, PS5, iOS and Android.
Release date
Version 1.4 goes live on September 30, 2026. The update runs until November 11, the end date announced for its last banners and events. Check NTE’s official channels for the exact maintenance window in your region.
New characters and banner schedule
The update is split into two phases:
| Phase | Dates | Limited characters | Banner names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | September 30 – October 21 | Blackbird (new), Lacrimosa (rerun) | Foretold Finale, Fading Reverie |
| Phase 2 | October 21 – November 11 | Akane Rin (new) | Dazzling Star |
- Blackbird is presented as a Psyche-type main DPS.
- Akane Rin is presented as a Lakshana-type damage dealer who fights with her guitar.
The matching Arc Research programs follow the same calendar: Roostfeather Special and Nocturne Special until October 21, then Celestial Special from October 21 to November 11.
Before you pull: these descriptions come from the official preview, not from NexaRig testing. Check the in-game banner details for rates and guarantees before spending.
Two new areas: St. Arbor and Pukaland
- St. Arbor is the setting of the new main story episode.
- Pukaland, the funfair island that was visible but closed until now, becomes part of Hethereau. The Pukaland Travelogue event runs across the whole update, from September 30 to November 11.
Story: “The Witch” and “To Us, Back Then”
Version 1.4 continues the main story with a new episode, “The Witch,” and adds a spinoff storyline, “To Us, Back Then.” NexaRig does not cover story outcomes before release; this article contains no spoilers beyond the announced titles and settings.
Event calendar
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Pukaland Travelogue | September 30 – November 11 |
| Beyond the Rails: Sunset Circle | October 8 – October 22 |
| Coal Lump’s Treasure | October 8 – November 11 |
| Snap! Golden Crackshot | October 21 – November 11 |
| Puka Lucky Flip | October 29 – November 11 |
New modes and quality-of-life changes
- Terminal Depths, a new endgame tower challenge.
- Multiplayer support for Volley Star.
- A Drone Mode follow-cam in Photo Mode.
- One-tap bond gifting.
- A replay option for character unlock animations.
Platforms and cross-progression
NTE is available on PC, Mac, PS5, iOS and Android. Progress carries across the supported versions when you use a compatible account on the same regional server. Servers remain separate by region.
FAQ
When does NTE 1.4 come out?
Version 1.4, “For Whom the Verses Mourn,” launches on September 30, 2026.
Who are the new characters in NTE 1.4?
Blackbird arrives in Phase 1 (September 30 – October 21) with a Lacrimosa rerun. Akane Rin arrives in Phase 2 (October 21 – November 11).
When does Akane Rin’s banner start?
Akane Rin’s banner, Dazzling Star, is scheduled for Phase 2, from October 21 to November 11.
Is Pukaland available in NTE 1.4?
Yes. Pukaland opens with Version 1.4, and the Pukaland Travelogue event runs from September 30 to November 11.
Sources
- Gematsu — Neverness to Everness version 1.4 update ‘For Whom the Verses Mourn’ launches September 30, relaying the Perfect World Games announcement (September 2026, accessed September 22, 2026).
- Final Weapon — Neverness to Everness Version 1.4 Launches September 30 (September 16, 2026, accessed September 22, 2026).
- Game8 — Version 1.4 For Whom the Verses Mourn Guide (accessed September 22, 2026).
- NTE Global (official YouTube channel) — NTE Version 1.4 PV | For Whom the Verses Mourn (accessed September 22, 2026).
- NTE official site — Platform launch FAQ (July 8, 2026, accessed September 22, 2026).
This article is based on sourced research, without direct testing by NexaRig. How NexaRig labels its articles.
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