Atelier Resleriana Announces Gacha Suspension

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & The White Guardian – A Gacha-Free Experience

The upcoming Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & The White Guardian, a spin-off title, will notably deviate from its mobile predecessor by omitting the gacha system. This was confirmed via a November 26, 2024, announcement on Twitter (X) by Koei Tecmo Europe.

This decision marks a significant departure. The absence of a gacha system means players won't encounter paywalls obstructing progression. Character unlocks and powerful item acquisition will not require in-app purchases.

Furthermore, the announcement highlighted the game's offline playability, eliminating the need to engage with the mobile version. The official website emphasizes a fresh narrative and new protagonists within the familiar world of Lantarna, suggesting a distinct storyline separate from the mobile game's characters and lore.

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & The White Guardian is slated for release on PS5, PS4, Switch, and Steam in 2025. Pricing and a precise release date remain undisclosed.

A Look Back at the Mobile Gacha System

Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, the mobile title, incorporates a gacha system, forming the foundation for the upcoming game. While retaining core Atelier elements like synthesis and turn-based combat, its monetization relies on gacha mechanics for character strengthening and unlocking.

A "spark" system governs the gacha, awarding medals with each pull to unlock characters or Memoria (illustration cards). The system differs from a traditional "pity" system, lacking a guaranteed drop after a specific number of pulls.

Released in January 2024 across Steam, Android, and iOS, the mobile game boasts mixed reviews on Steam, contrasting with positive ratings (4.2/5 on Google Play and 4.6 on the App Store). The Steam reviews often cite the expensive gacha mechanics as a point of contention.