Project Spirits – The New Bombshell Project by Shift Up?
Recently, the South Korean game company Shift Up – renowned for two blockbuster titles, Stellar Blade and NIKKE: Goddess of Victory, has unveiled the codename for their upcoming game project, previously known as Project Witches, now titled Project Spirits. Although only a teaser image has been released, the enthusiastic response from the global gaming community is overwhelming, especially given the stunning visuals and character designs of the two main protagonists.
According to the official information on Shift Up’s website, Project Spirits will be a game that falls under the subculture genre, developed around the theme of “Mysterious Eastern World” – a concept increasingly attracting international gamers. Not only does it incorporate the unique aesthetics characteristic of anime, but Project Spirits also delves into expansive worlds, combining action, role-playing elements, and immersive quests.
This announcement also highlights that Project Spirits is the next major project being developed at the highest level of the gaming industry. Following the monumental success of Stellar Blade, Project Spirits is seen as Shift Up’s strategic step forward, aiming for a significant presence in the global AAA gaming market with an Asian aesthetic.
Aiming to “Dominate” the Gaming Landscape of Shift Up
Alongside the official name announcement, Shift Up has also begun recruiting extensively for various positions in the development team for Project Spirits. From environment artists, character designers, to gameplay mechanics designers and combat planners, the company is particularly focused on finding talented individuals skilled in Unreal Engine 5 with experience in creating JRPG or anime-style games, along with expertise in expansive world-building and complex dungeon systems.
This indicates that Project Spirits is not only a mobile or console game but has the potential to be a major title across multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation, and mobile devices. Shift Up’s goal to launch it globally by 2027 further elevates the project’s scale and ambition.
Many believe that Shift Up continues to harness the strong “visual girl power” theme previously established with NIKKE and Stellar Blade, combining captivating character designs, powerful personalities, and dynamic combat styles. With ongoing development, Project Spirits is poised to be a title that keeps gamers enthralled in the years to come.
