Through a series of developer Q&A sessions, more details have been revealed for the sequel to MICAteam‘s Girls Frontline, dubbed Girls Frontline Exilium. As of Episode 6 of the Q&A sessions, some of the more pertinent details regarding Girls Frontline Exilium can be summarized as follows:

• The game will have auto modes as well as multiple speed options
• The dorm room system is somewhat likened to Death Stranding
  • You will be able to interact with your units, and they with each other
• There will be non-doll units usable in battle
  • The commander themselves have gotten a combat vehicle / drone with which you can participate in battle with
  • The Fairy system may also be extended to these
• Regular maps will be relatively lower on difficulty and complexity
  • There will be larger maps with corresponding mechanics for those looking for a challenge
• International players can opt to sign up for the upcoming closed beta through TapTap CN or BiliBili
  • Whenever the international release comes, arrangements and announcements will be made accordingly
• Male characters are relegated to support roles and not playable
• PC version is confirmed
  • Client will be moddable

The CN closed beta appears to be scheduled for 29 June, so more hands-on information should be available then.