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Hethereau Hobbies - Version 10 vs Version 11
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11Overview22Hethereau Hobbies is the collective term for the mini-games and leisure activities available in the city of Hethereau in Neverness to Everness. Beyond its combat system and Esper Cycle mechanics, NTE has an extensive roster of non-combat activities ranging from fishing and racing to business management and rhythm games.44These activities are organized under the City Tycoon progression system and unlock progressively as the player's City Tycoon level increases. Each hobby provides its own rewards, from Fon (in-game currency) and materials to unique items and story content. Many hobbies also support multiplayer, letting players enjoy them with friends.66Hobbies at a Glance88ActivityTypeMultiplayerKey RewardFishingRelaxationNoFish collection, FonVehicle RacingCompetitionYesFon, racing rewardsMahjongStrategyYes (online matchmaking)FonRhythm GameMusicNoStory content, FonClaw MachinesArcadeNoCollectibles, prizesPhotographyCreativeNoScreenshots, explorationTaxi DrivingPart-time jobNoPer-trip Fon wagesBarista WorkPart-time jobNoShift Fon wagesDeliveryPart-time jobNoPer-delivery Fon wagesShop ManagementBusinessNoPassive Fon incomePink Paws HeistCooperative dungeonYes (team-based)Endgame materials1010Current Beta Hobby List1111Hobbies in the current beta are grouped under the City Tycoon menu, alongside other City Tycoon activities such as Property, Cafe, the Hunter Exchange shop, and Races. The table below covers every hobby available in the latest beta, marking which entries are multiplayer only, which support solo play, and where each one falls on the City Stamina cost tier.1313HobbyTypeSingle/MultiStamina Cost TierLinked ArticleMahjongStrategy board game (at Little Sparrow maid cafe)Multiplayer onlyLow (around 6 to 10)MahjongTetrisArcade puzzle (at the arcade)Multiplayer onlyLow (around 6 to 10)See Side Activities and Mini-GamesSuper SoundRhythm mini-gameSingle or multiplayer (solo-capable)Low (around 6 to 10)Super SoundCity DeliveryTruck delivery drivingSingle playerHigh (around 20 per attempt)See Side Activities and Mini-GamesRacesVehicle racing across tracksSingle or multiplayerLow (around 6 to 10)RacesOwner SelectionCustomer-service mini-game (serve approaching customers)Single playerLow (around 6 to 10)See Side Activities and Mini-GamesSwift TravelTaxi / rideshare driver (pick up and deliver customers before patience expires)Single playerHigh (around 20 per attempt)Swift TravelPink Paws HeistExtraction-style bank heistSingle player in beta (co-op planned for full release)Free once the weekly currency cap is metPink Paws HeistSea AnglerFishing with bait plus mini-gameSingle playerLow (around 6 to 10)Sea Angler1515City Stamina cost breaks down into two clear tiers. Small hobbies such as Mahjong, Tetris, Super Sound, Races, Owner Selection, and Sea Angler cost roughly 6 to 10 City Stamina per attempt, letting players fit many runs into a single session. Vehicle-based jobs such as City Delivery and Swift Travel cost around 20 per run. This reflects the longer time commitment and the larger Fon payout per trip. The cap scales with City Tycoon level, climbing through 200, 350, 500, and eventually 700 in a typical progression, and the cap can be topped off with consumable refresh items.1616Stamina gating separates progression activities from freely grindable ones. Hobbies that award progression materials or character-related rewards spend City Stamina per attempt, so daily stamina becomes the pacing currency for farming those rewards. Activities like Pink Paws Heist can be run freely once the weekly currency cap for that mode has been met, making it a valid long-session activity even after stamina is exhausted. Players using taxi runs or delivery jobs to push their City Tycoon level will typically dedicate the daily high-tier stamina budget to Swift Travel or City Delivery, and use remaining low-tier stamina on Super Sound, Races, or Sea Angler.1818Several hobbies double as Part-Time Jobs, most notably Swift Travel (taxi duty) and City Delivery (truck runs), and they anchor the working-life loop in Hethereau. Casual side diversions such as the arcade Claw Machine sit outside the City Tycoon menu but still occupy the same leisure layer, giving players a steady option for burning coins between stamina-gated runs.2020Fishing2222Fishing is a relaxation activity available at designated fishing spots throughout Hethereau. Players can cast their line and attempt to catch fish with varying rarity and behavior patterns. Different locations offer different fish species, encouraging exploration of the city's waterfront areas.2424Fishing provides a calm alternative to combat-focused gameplay and rewards players with collectible fish entries and Fon income from selling catches. The activity is accessible early in the City Tycoon progression.2727Vehicle Racing2929Racing is a competitive activity where players drive vehicles through winding mountain tracks and city circuits. Races can be run solo against NPC challengers or in multiplayer mode where players team up with friends to race against street crews in different city districts.3131The racing system features full drift mechanics, and weather conditions (rain, snow) directly affect road surface traction. Wet roads make cornering harder and change drift behavior, adding a layer of skill-based challenge that varies with conditions. AI opponents for races were being improved for the launch version based on beta feedback.3333At Gamescom 2025, a "Racing Championship" booth event let attendees experience the racing system firsthand, indicating that the developers consider it a show feature.3535Mahjong3737Mahjong is a strategy game available at the Little Sparrow maid cafe in Hethereau. The game features online matchmaking, allowing players to compete against others in real-time matches.3939During the Co-Ex Beta, mahjong was multiplayer-only with no AI opponents, which drew criticism from players who wanted to practice solo. The developers confirmed in the launch roadmap that AI opponents are being added so players can learn and practice without needing online matchmaking.4141Rhythm Game4343NTE has a rhythm mini-game where players hit notes in time with music tracks. The rhythm game is tied to a side quest storyline involving joining a band and performing, described by beta reviewers as reminiscent of the anime "Bocchi the Rock!" in tone and style.4545The rhythm game provides story content alongside its gameplay rewards, making it both a standalone activity and a narrative experience that reveals character backstories and side plots.4747Claw Machines4949Arcade-style claw machines are found in entertainment venues throughout Hethereau. Players spend Beetle Coins to operate the claw and attempt to grab prizes. The claw machine is a light, casual activity that beta testers found surprisingly engaging, with some reporting spending tens of thousands of Beetle Coins chasing collectibles.5151The claw machine UI and mechanics are being improved for the launch version based on player feedback from the Co-Ex Beta.5353Photography and Drone5555NTE includes a photo mode with various camera effects for capturing scenic moments. A Snow Mode featured during the Co-Ex Test allowed players to take pictures under falling snowflakes with additional visual effects.5757Beyond standard photo mode, the game has a separate drone flying mechanic that allows unrestricted aerial exploration and photography. Players can fly a drone anywhere in the city to capture cinematic videos or screenshots from angles that are normally inaccessible on foot or in vehicles. The drone is not restricted by terrain boundaries.5959Part-Time Jobs6161Three distinct part-time job activities let players earn Fon through active gameplay. These jobs contribute to City Tycoon level progression and provide a steady income source, especially early in the game before shop revenue scales up.6363Taxi Driving6565Players accept passenger requests around the city and transport them to their destinations. The taxi job uses the full vehicle mechanics, meaning weather and traffic conditions affect the driving experience. Passengers may offer tips for smooth or fast rides, providing bonus income on top of the base fare.6767Barista Work6969Players work shifts at one of Hethereau's cafes, preparing and serving drinks to customers through a mini-game interface. Orders must be completed before the customer's patience runs out, creating a time-pressure challenge that rewards quick thinking and memorization.7171Delivery7474Players pick up and deliver packages across the city within time limits. Some deliveries involve fragile goods that penalize rough handling, requiring careful driving. Routes vary in distance and complexity. The delivery system is thematically connected to Sterry Express, the in-game courier organization that employs characters like Hathor and Haniel.7676Shop Management7878A full business simulation activity covered in detail in the City Tycoon article. Players manage inventory, set prices, and run promotions to generate passive income from their own shop. Character Life Skills can influence shop performance, adding a layer of team building to the business side of the game.8080Pink Paws Heist8282The Pink Paws Heist is a cooperative multiplayer activity introduced during the Co-Ex Test. It is a team-based infiltration dungeon where players plunder resources together through stealth, puzzle-solving, and combat. All characters have equalized stats in this mode, meaning success depends entirely on player skill and team coordination rather than character power or gear level.8484The equalized-stats design makes the Pink Paws Heist accessible to all players regardless of progression, while the stealth and puzzle mechanics set it apart from NTE's standard combat content.8686Spacetime Projector Missions8888A puzzle and investigation activity where players rewind recordings of incidents to pinpoint the exact moment an anomaly appeared. These missions involve studying visual evidence and making deductions, providing a detective-style gameplay experience distinct from both combat and the other hobbies.9090Public Transit9292While not a hobby in the traditional sense, Hethereau has a functioning public transit system with bus and tram routes. An extensive rail network connects different districts of the city. Players can also ride a "Ghost Train" that traverses Anomaly spaces, functioning as a fast travel mechanic with a thematic twist.9494Crime System9696Hethereau has an active crime and wanted system that adds consequence to player actions. Illegal acts like attacking passers-by, stealing vehicles, damaging property, and reckless driving increase a visible wanted level displayed as stars. At high wanted levels, police units actively pursue the player with patrol cars, and at the highest levels, drones deploy overhead.9898Getting apprehended results in detention at an in-game prison, where players wear prison clothing and spend several in-game days confined. Prison activities include community service (to reduce sentences), dining, mini-games, and trading with inmates. Players can also attempt jailbreaks by stealing a spoon and digging a tunnel while avoiding guard detection, or they can pay bail for immediate release.100100NPCs in Hethereau react realistically to crime. They honk, flee, or swerve when the player engages in dangerous behavior. Vehicles can be obtained peacefully by flashing a Bureau of Anomaly Control badge, or forcefully by attacking NPCs and stealing their cars.102102Companion Activities104104Characters with sufficient bond levels can be invited as companions for activities throughout the city. Companions walk alongside the player, hold hands, and participate in various interactions. The City Tycoon article covers companion placement in properties. In the open world, companions add a social dimension to hobbies and exploration.106106Upcoming Improvements108108The launch roadmap confirmed several improvements to hobbies and life simulation features for the April 29, 2026 launch:110110AI opponents for mahjong (solo practice mode)Improved claw machine UI and mechanicsEnhanced photo mode with additional effectsBetter furniture placement controls and more housing interactionsAdditional companion interactions, including inviting Chiz to activitiesFirst-person perspective for companion hand-holding sequencesImproved AI opponents for racingUGC (User Generated Content) gameplay is in planning stages for post-launch
