NetEase Games has shared new details for the upcoming Identity V and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End collaboration, launching August 7, 2025.

Dear Visitors,
Identity V × anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Crossover Announcement!
The magical gate to the manor will soon open.
Official Crossover notice delivered! The manor awaits. Unlock new adventures with Frieren on August 7th! pic.twitter.com/9K9yOQfxCW

— Identity V (@GameIdentityV) July 30, 2025

This highly anticipated crossover blends the gothic horror of Identity V with the heartfelt fantasy of Frieren, delivering limited-time content that fans won’t want to miss.

Madhouse Produces Stunning Anime Teaser

To mark the occasion, Madhouse, the studio behind the Frieren anime, animated a brand-new teaser. This trailer lets fans see their favorite characters reimagined in Identity V’s haunting aesthetic, adding hype ahead of the event.

New Skins and Crossover Rewards

The event introduces a special collaboration Essence, unlocking character skins inspired by Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End. Here’s what you can collect:

• Frieren (Meteorologist) – S Rank Skin

• Fern (Psychologist) – A Rank Skin

• Stark (Patient) – A Rank Skin

• Aura (Priestess) – A Rank Skin

From the in-game shop, you can also get:

• Himmel (Knight) – S Rank Skin

• Hero’s Blade – Exclusive Accessory

• Collaboration-Themed Furniture – For decorating your manor

The event runs from August 7 to September 7, 2025 (23:59 UTC+8). Don’t miss your chance to claim everything!

What is Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End?

Frieren is a fantasy manga by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe. The story follows Frieren, an elf mage who outlives her adventuring party. After their deaths, she embarks on a new journey to understand human emotions and form deeper bonds.

The anime’s first season aired from September 2023 to March 2024, and is currently streaming on Crunchyroll and Netflix. A second season is set to premiere in January 2026.

What is Identity V?

Identity V is a free-to-play asymmetrical horror game by NetEase Games. In each match, four Survivors must escape from one Hunter by decoding ciphers and avoiding capture. The game features a stylized gothic world, unique characters, and deep lore.

The story follows detective Orpheus, who revisits disturbing memories to solve a dark mystery. With regular collaborations and seasonal updates, Identity V remains one of the most popular horror games on mobile and PC.

Don’t miss out! Visit the official Identity V X page for updates.