Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & The Envisioned Land is the next game in the long-running Atelier series, and aims to one-up the most recent success, Atelier Ryza 3.
It's something that looks like a very distinct possibility based on first impressions, as many fans have been blown away by what was showcased in the most recent trailer.
YouTube comments and social media posts alike have suggested the game is serving shades of Xenoblade Chronicles, Genshin Impact, and more.
However, in a recent interview with Junzo Hosoi, the creative lead at Gust, we found out exactly what titles have helped shape and influence this new chapter in the Atelier series.
Atelier Yumia Takes Notes From Unlikely Sources
During our exclusive interview with the man leading the line for Gust, we asked about the 'the apparent similarities between this title and games like Genshin Impact and Xenoblade Chronicles.'
To which Junzo had this to say:
While Genshin Impact's influence is hardly a surprise due to the focus on creating a Breath of the Wild-style open-world, the mention of Persona and Valheim was certainly more out of left field.
The influences of Persona can certainly be seen through...
