“Why are there so few male characters?” “Will more male characters be added later?” — these are among the most frequently echoed concerns in the Ananta community.
Unlike the “protagonist gender selection” debate, this issue focuses on the gender composition of the entire playable roster. Let’s dive into the numbers based on all publicly confirmed characters.
Current Roster Breakdown
As of July 2026, Ananta has revealed/confirmed 12 playable characters. Here’s the gender breakdown:
Male Characters (3)
| Character | Role | Weapon | Faction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alan | Ranged DPS | Ice Yo-Yo | Student / Part-time Model |
| Richie | Melee Bruiser / Investigator | Claw Gauntlets | N.C.C.A. Officer |
| Seymour | Support / Recon | Drone Control | A.C.D. Task Force |
Female Characters (6)
| Character | Role | Weapon | Faction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bansy | Ranged DPS / AoE | Paintball Gatling | Delirium Block |
| Aileen | Melee Fighter / Support | Martial Arts | Dream Garden |
| Dila | Heavy DPS | Meteor Control | Mysterious Esper |
| Lykaia Reign | Spear DPS | Spear | Nova City Premier |
| Mechanika | Summoner / Engineer | Machine Control | Shorewater Industries |
| Taffy | Melee DPS / Healer | Gravity Hammer / Morph Bike | A.C.D. Task Force |
Unconfirmed (3)
- Captain: Player-selected gender
- Mimiko: Details not yet revealed
- Ringo: Role not fully confirmed
The Numbers
| Gender | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 6 | 50% |
| Male | 3 | 25% |
| TBD/Optional | 3 | 25% |
Among the 9 gender-confirmed characters, the ratio is 1:2 — twice as many female characters as male.
Community Concerns
Discussions across YouTube, Reddit, and Chinese platforms (Baidu Tieba, NGA) center on several key questions:
Concern 1: Male Characters Might Be NPC-Only
Some players worry that the few male characters shown might be story NPCs rather than fully playable characters. Ringo, for instance, is described as a “liaison officer” — his playability remains uncertain.
Reality Check: According to Ananta Codex, Alan, Richie, and Seymour are all confirmed as playable. However, compared to the diversity of female roles, male characters do show less variety in profession and weapon types.
Concern 2: Is the Game Biased Toward Female Character Collection?
Some players compare Ananta to gacha games built around collecting female characters, worrying the monetization model might incentivize a constant stream of female character releases.
Reality Check: Ananta has explicitly confirmed a no-gacha system — all characters unlock through gameplay progression. This significantly reduces the commercial drive for “character collection” and suggests roster gender distribution is driven by design philosophy rather than monetization strategy.
Concern 3: Limited Immersion for Players Who Prefer Male Characters
For players who prefer using male characters, the current options are limited. The three male characters cover ranged DPS (Alan), melee (Richie), and support (Seymour) — but lack tank and mage archetypes.
How Ananta Compares to Other Titles
| Game | Male Characters | Female Characters | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genshin Impact | 30+ | 50+ | ~1:1.7 |
| Honkai: Star Rail | 15+ | 25+ | ~1:1.7 |
| Zenless Zone Zero | 8+ | 12+ | ~1:1.5 |
| Ananta | 3 | 6 | 1:2 |
Female characters outnumbering males is common in anime-style games. However, Ananta’s gap ratio is notably wider among the currently revealed roster — though this may shift as more characters are announced.
Will More Male Characters Be Added?
While there’s no direct statement, several signals are worth noting:
- Ananta emphasizes “embodying characters with diverse identities” — character diversity is inherently a design goal
- It’s positioned as an urban open-world RPG — more organic character-world integration than a typical gacha game
- No gacha model — character acquisition doesn’t depend on monetization, reducing the incentive for female-skewed releases
- Strong community feedback — player demand is a significant factor in roster adjustments
Conclusion
The current male-to-female ratio is indeed a notable characteristic of Ananta — or a “weakness,” depending on your perspective. But with only 12 characters revealed and the game still in development, this is far from the final roster.
For players hoping to see more male characters:
- Voice your preferences through official channels
- Keep an eye on future character announcements
- Understand that female-skewed rosters are the industry norm in anime-style games
Ultimately, Ananta’s core appeal lies in open-world freedom and innovative character-switching gameplay — not pure character collection. Regardless of gender distribution, each character’s unique design and combat style is what truly matters.
This article is based on publicly available information as of July 2026. The final character roster is subject to the official release.
Sources: Ananta Codex Character Index, Ananta Official Preview, community discussions