HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR Release Date, Rewards & Beginner Guide

"HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR" will officially launch on February 18, 2026. This official mobile game, jointly developed by Bushiroad Games and WonderPlanet, is the first "survivor-like" gameplay attempt for the "Hunter" IP—players will control characters like Gon, Killua, and others, using Nen abilities to carve a bloody path through waves of enemies, with each run being a new skill-building experiment.

For candidates who want to experience Nen ability battles on a larger screen and pursue smoother operation and response, it is recommended to play HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR' on PC and Mac with MuMuPlayer. MuMuPlayer is currently an Android emulator that simultaneously supports Windows and Apple M series chips, and is deeply optimized for high frame rate action games like this.

Reservation Rewards Summary: How to Claim Resources at the Start 

According to the pre-registration milestones announced by the official team, you can claim the following rewards through the in-game mailbox after the server opens:

Pre-registration Count	Reward Details
50,000+ Pre-registrations	5 SNS Avatars (Gon, Killua, Kurapika, Leorio, Hisoka)
100,000+ Registrations	1,000 Nen Crystals
200,000+ Registrations	1 Original Wallpaper
300,000+ Registrations	S Memory Fragment “The Beginning of the Adventure”
400,000+ Registrations	Beginner Sprint Item Pack
500,000+ Registrations	3,000 Nen Crystals
600,000+ Registrations	S Character Guaranteed Ticket

"Astrite" is the core currency in the game for drawing memory fragments, reviving, or replenishing energy. S Memory Fragment "The Beginning of Adventure" is the only confirmed passive equipment at launch, so you can prioritize resources to upgrade it. If the pre-registration progress for the Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau server successfully exceeds 600,000, the S Character Guarantee Ticket will be key to building your initial team.

Core Gameplay Deconstruction

Survivor-like × Roguelike

This game is essentially a "Vampire Survivors-like" gameplay: characters attack automatically, players only need to drag with one hand to move, and choose one of three random Nen abilities each time they level up. Stacking the same type of Nen ability creates synergistic effects, for example, stacking Enhancement type increases normal attack multipliers, while Transmutation type extends skill duration.

Four-Player Squad × Mind Attribute Build

Unlike single-character combat in similar games, this game adopts a four-person team formation. Gon, Killua, Kurapika, and Leorio can trigger the "Friend" bond; if you switch to Hisoka and Chrollo, you can build different tactical styles. The growth direction of each character's Nen ability is determined by the skill pool you choose.

Boss Battle × Mechanic Showdown

The official specially emphasized that the boss battles "adopt various mechanisms to present the tense combat experience of the original work". This means that simply stacking stats won't be enough to clear the game; players must observe attack patterns and time their critical skills precisely.

S Memory Fragment × Passive Nurturing

The game includes a large number of newly drawn "Memory Fragment" illustrations, recreating classic scenes from the original work. These cards provide passive attribute bonuses when equipped, and are one of the few systems that require long-term cultivation. The S-rank Memory Fragment given at the start of the game can be considered as core equipment for the early stages.

Four Steps for New Players to Start the Game

The following recommendations are compiled solely based on officially disclosed game mechanics and do not include any unverified class rankings.

Step 1: Complete the reservation and claim resources on the first day of server launch

Complete the reservation immediately through MuMuPlayer. As soon as the server opens, check your in-game mailbox and claim all reservation rewards. Priority should be given to saving Stellar Jade , don't use them carelessly for revival.

Step 2: Advance the main storyline and unlock the skill pool

The development team interview indicates that in the early stages of the game, players mainly unlock more Psychic ability options by completing main storyline levels . On the first day of server launch, it is recommended to focus on progressing through the map, accumulating skill depth, so that subsequent build construction will be smoother.

Step 3: Start with your favorite character

Currently confirmed characters include Gon, Killua, Kurapika, Leorio, Hisoka, Chrollo, and Chairman Netero. There are no absolute T0 characters—Gon excels at single-target burst damage, Killua is efficient at clearing groups of enemies, Kurapika has bonuses against Specialization-type enemies, and Hisoka features high-risk, high-reward mechanics. It's recommended to simply choose your favorite character and get familiar with their controls first.

Step 4: Choose Skills—Prioritize Stability Before Power

The most common misconception for beginners is pursuing maximum damage. In the early stages, the main challenge comes from sustainability. Prioritize Psychubilities that provide healing or shield effects. By extending your survival time, you'll have more opportunities to accumulate skills and experience the full enjoyment of character building.

Play《HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR》on PC with MuMuPlayer

Although 'HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR' claims to be operable with one hand, the essence of this type of game is information processing—you must instantly judge skill trajectories, health pressure, and boss wind-ups amidst a screen full of enemies. Playing HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR PC with MuMuPlayer is the best choice for new players.

240 FPS 4K quality, bullet comments’ trajectories are crystal clear

MuMuPlayer exclusive graphics technology support up to 240 FPS ultra-high definition 4K quality, with no delay and no screen tearing. When mobile players are still "feeling something flying towards them," you can already clearly see every frame of Hisoka's elastic love trajectory.

Custom key and mouse mapping, movement as instinctive as second nature

Although game supports one-handed swiping,  the precise pointing of the mouse + instant dodging with the keyboard is the ultimate answer for survival games. MuMu provides default keyboard and mouse schemes and supports fully customizable mapping: you can bind dodge to the space bar, and set skill activation to mouse side buttons or QWER. Your fingers no longer need to block enemies on the screen .

Full support for Mac and low-spec PCs, with deep optimization for M chips

This is the core advantage of MuMuPlayer that far exceeds similar products. It has been deeply optimized for Apple M series chips, allowing even MacBook Air to run at full frame rates stably. System requirements are only 4-core CPU, 4GB RAM, and it can run on Windows 7 or above or macOS 10.13 or above.

Infinite multi-instance, synchronize the cultivation of hunter teams

The Hunter Exam was never meant to be tackled alone. MuMu supports unlimited multi-instance, allowing you to run multiple accounts simultaneously on the same computer—use your main account to challenge difficult stages while your alt accounts accumulate Spirit Crystals and Memory materials. Switch between multiple instances with tab drag-and-drop for doubled efficiency.

Summary 

The true charm of 'HUNTER×HUNTER NEN×SURVIVOR' isn't about repeatedly rerolling for the first draw or pursuing a specific strong card, but rather about each playthrough being a unique Nen ability construction experiment. You don't need to delete your account and start over because you missed a certain artifact; you just need to continuously try different skill combinations to find your own combat rhythm.

On February 18th, regardless of what device you use, you will step into this battlefield of psychic abilities. But if you choose to face the challenge on a big screen with MuMuPlayer, you will have a clearer view, more precise controls, and more stable frame rates—these are the key advantages on your path to becoming a 'first-class hunter'.