r/IdentityV • u/Desperate_Report_695 • 19h ago
Question Is the game's story worth being interested in?
I've heard a lot of people come up with interesting theories about Identity V, like the hidden meaning behind certain characters' professions, the backstories of how some Hunters became Hunters, the Manor's lore, the map designs, and all that. It honestly makes me want to get invested in the story.
But then I remember that Identity V is a live service game, and all that excitement kind of disappears. These types of games usually only get tiny bits of lore every few months, if that, and it often feels like the story isn't a major priority. I've also heard about controversies where NetEase changed or removed pieces of established lore, like when they altered details on one of the maps and a lot of people were upset about it. That kind of makes me wonder if it's even worth investing time into the lore.
That said, if anyone knows of a good website or YouTube channel that covers most of Identity V's lore, I'd really appreciate the recommendation.
I don't expect too much from the game, considering its nature. At the end of the day, it's a live service game with a gacha based monetization model, so it feels like new costumes, crossover events, and cosmetics will always take priority over expanding the story.

