Since she's able to eat stuff and analyze it, do you think she's like Kirby or more like Mega Man?

Either way playing as her in chubby form will be funny lol

Important: Survey Link

So far, we have more than 300+votes, which is a record before publishing the first results. Thanks to all of you for participating!

What is this event about?

This short survey aims to answer some general questions about us, the fans of our beloved franchise. We want to know which games in the franchise (and from Gust in general) you have played, which one is your favourite, and more. It should take you no more than 5–10 minutes.

Regarding the deadline, it's a tentative date. I'll start working on the results at that point, and based on the number of responses and my available free time, I'll post some infographics with partial results until we've covered everything (similar to last year's survey).

When was the last time we did this?

You can check the previous results here: 2025 | 2024

Is there something new for this year's survey?

Yes. Numerous comments in previous surveys said that it was difficult to choose one game or character as a favourite. We will keep that system to maintain consistency.

However, this year we are also asking you to name your second and third favourite games and characters. We are introducing a new system for this, as it is not comparable to previous years' surveys.

In addition, we have changed the bonus question and, of course, added Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & The White Guardian as an option.

Why is Sophie most popular character everywhere? Okey she is cute and all but I dont understand why there's such a gap in popularity. For me (exept Sophie 2 its was miserable expierence for me) she is the best Mysterious protagonist only

So I am a newcomer I basically never heard of the games before my friend mentioned it to me until 2 years ago. And one of the first games I got when I for my PC was actually Yumia in respect to him since we are pretty close as friends. And I loved the story and the characters. Plain and simple, even if synthesizing can be a bit tedious and a lot of gameplay mechanics like the camps and you can fish and build stuff in your houses it’s a lot 😂. But as a sucker the narrative they wrote was very sweet to me and I loved the little quest that got them to interact and just such a great game. Now to be fair I don’t think I’ll play other games in the series cause I feel it’s not really for me( I kind of feel a lot of the games from what I seen my friend play and what we talked about) the main appeal is about the synthesis and shorter story length but I can say Yumia was at least a 9/10 for me and hopefully once I clear out other series I’m working on like resident evil and persona I’ll also give another entry in the series a try. What did you all think of Yumia tho?

I'm playing through Atelier Shallie for the first time and I'm going to assume that if there are DLC characters like Ayesha and Escha and Logy, that they are either generally considered over powered and/or don't have unique endings, though I'm going in relatively blind so I could be wrong. But I haven't been able to find a definitive resource that just tells me the names of the DLC characters, so I'd appreciate some help. Thank you

Hello everyone !

I know the game has split people into two groups : those who love it and those who dislike the fact that it’s so far away from a traditional Atelier game.

I have only played Atelier Rorona, and I loved it ( I even got all the achievements ☺️ )

I would like to jump into Atelier Yumia.
I know the combat system is totally different, but I would like to know if it’s successful. Is it engaging and fun ? Can you create specific builds ?

What about exploration ? Is it worth searching every corner of the map, or does the game fail to make these two aspects interesting ?

Thanks ! :D

I beat the final boss on Normal difficulty a few days ago so I decided to turn the difficulty up to Charismatic. I crafted the Overtaker armor using as many quality 999 Sage Coats as I could. The Sage Coats have full resonance on every core, so Defense Up+ Level 10. I maxed out all the resonance and quality on the Overtaker armor.

After equipping the armor, my character's defenses are all around 1,000. But my characters still get 1 hit KO'ed. Am I missing something that's supposed to yield even higher stats?

Source: https://atelier.games/karia/us/topics/202610sur.html

Maybe Celes will find herself trapped in a cave made of pastries and she has to eat her way out? We can dream...

https://x.com/GustAtelierPR/status/2110928718743175362

Three months ago Koei and Gust polled players on if they would like to see a weight gain mechanic in Atelier Karia. Today they revealed that 90% of players said Yes and showed us our first look at the mechanic

https://raiderking.com/atelier-karia-survey-results-overwhelming-in-favor-of-weight-gain-mechanic/

Wanting to get into the atelier series on switch 1/2 but I don't know which games are the best

I probably will get yumia switch 2 edition,

Which games do you guys consider the best for the NS1/NS2?

Source: GustSocialPR's X Account

Each illustration featured in the BLUE REFLECTION series will appear in the art collection. What's more: This art collection includes a handwritten signature from Mel Kishida, the character designer.
Sales Period: October 16 (Fri) to November 1 (Sun)

I finished this game twice with both characters some years ago, and now I'm going for my definitive final playthrough with Logy, to achieve 100% and defeat that bastard Overlord.

I wanna make sure I will unlock these two images. I didn't get the boys' ending yet, so I guess one of these is related to it. The other one I can't figure out.

It seems there is no event gallery completion guide for this game on the internet. I've even looked it up on some japanese websites, finding only sparse information. Maybe once I finish this playthrough I'll create one myself for the community.

Link to the Article (JP): Site | Atelier Media Reposting Article: Site

Hello everyone! Today this article was published about Atelier Karia's presentation on the Tokyo Game Show 2026.

This is both a descriptive article as well as an interview with the developers of the game (Junzo Hosoi | Producer, Taiki Fukui | Director).

As I usually do when I do this kind of posts, a small summary of what I found interesting. I encourage to read the full article (which is in JP) for those who wants more information:

Summary (Machine Translation):

From the Article:

About the Alchemy System

(...) The alchemy system in this game involves placing ‘Mana Pieces’—which are linked to specific materials—on a map known as the ‘Recipe Map’ to create items.

Once you’ve set the core material for your creation, a base line appears on the Recipe Map, onto which you place the Mana Pieces. (Note: Referenced with 5th image)

By placing Mana Pieces on the base section or connecting them to it within the allotted number of moves, you can gain additional effects. Rotating the Mana Pieces and linking them together to achieve the desired effect is fun and feels like solving a puzzle.

Furthermore, as the Mana Pieces and their effects vary for each individual ingredient—even if the ingredients are the same—there is the added enjoyment of carefully selecting ingredients with the specific Mana Pieces and effects you are seeking whilst exploring.

About Combat

(...) The game’s battle system blends a command-based approach—where you select skills and items whilst fighting—with real-time action, where you manoeuvre by watching for signs of a monster’s attack and deciding when to dodge, parry or counter. When selecting items or skills, the battle pauses, allowing you to carefully plan your strategy before taking action.

(...) Enemies have a ‘Break Gauge’; once this gauge is depleted, they become incapacitated, allowing for highly action-packed gameplay, such as unleashing a barrage of powerful skills all at once.

Furthermore, the action mechanics incorporate parrying; by aiming for a counter-attack, it is possible to significantly deplete an enemy’s Break Gauge. By actively aiming for parries and fighting in a stylish manner, one could experience a sense of exhilaration akin to that of an action game.

Additionally, Karia can change her appearance to a style corresponding to the alchemised item she consumes during battle. (...)

From the Interview:

About Alchemy and Combat after Atelier Yumia

[Hosoi] (...) In the previous title, Atelier Yumia, we undertook various new initiatives in our aim to create an innovative ‘Atelier’ experience. Whilst some aspects were well received by players, we received a great deal of feedback regarding the depth of the alchemy system and the balance of the combat.

Particularly regarding alchemy, whilst it was straightforward—simply using good ingredients resulted in good items—we felt that players who wanted to delve deeper found it somewhat lacking.

Therefore, for this instalment, we have completely overhauled the alchemy system. We aimed to create a system where the effects and quality of items vary significantly depending on the combination of ingredients and the placement of pieces, making it well worth experimenting with.

As for combat, whilst utilising the high level of action found in the previous title, we have added elements such as the ability to think things through carefully via the command menu and the inclusion of parries. This has allowed us to strike a hybrid balance that can be enjoyed by both those who excel at action gameplay and those who prefer a command-based approach.

About the Cast of Atelier Yumia in Atelier Karia

[Hosoi] (...) As the setting suggests that the exploration of the Aladis Continent has reached a conclusion since the previous game, Yumia and her companions are now in different positions and pursuing different careers; however, as the story progresses, they will reappear before Karia and her party, playing crucial roles that will shape the future of alchemy.

Yumia embodies a form of alchemy that ‘uses mana’, which differs from Karia’s; the contrast between their two styles of alchemy, and how alchemy utilising the cauldron came into being, is one of the highlights of this instalment’s story.

About the Environments

[Fukui] As for the fields, we’ve faithfully carried over the vast, undulating terrain and the sense of openness that allowed players to see far into the distance—features that were well received in the previous instalment.

A major feature of this instalment is that, in addition to this, an underground world with a completely different appearance to the surface also serves as a setting for your adventures.

Whilst the term ‘underground’ might conjure up images of a dimly lit, claustrophobic space, it is actually a uniquely developed world where you can sense the sky and light; we’ve designed it so that players can enjoy surprises distinct from those on the surface. As for the surface world, we’ve also put a great deal of effort into the details—such as the depletion of mana—so that those familiar with the previous title will be able to notice the changes.

About the Alchemy System

[Fukui] In this game, the alchemy system works by combining ‘Mana Pieces’ inherent to each ingredient to imbue items with effects and activate them.

Even when using the same ingredients, the arrangement and combination of the pieces can result in items with completely different effects and qualities; therefore, we placed great emphasis on ensuring that each player has a unique alchemy experience.

(...) Whilst this may sound complex when explained in words, we aimed for a design that players would grasp immediately upon actually trying it out.

About the Battle System

[Fukui] (...) Whilst retaining the exhilarating feel of the action, we’ve introduced a mechanism where time stops when you open the command menu, allowing you to carefully consider your party members’ actions and the timing of item usage.

One aspect we’d particularly like you to pay attention to is the strategic tension involved: the more powerful an item is, the longer the cooldown period before it can be activated, and if you take damage during that time, the action will be cancelled. We hope you’ll enjoy the strategic depth of adapting your tactics to the situation, such as having your party members provide cover whilst you unleash powerful items.

A Message for Atelier Fans

[Hosoi] Thank you very much for your continued support of the Atelier series. This instalment aims to take ‘alchemy’—the very heart of the ‘Atelier’ series—to new heights. The game is packed with all sorts of surprises, so I hope you’ll look forward to its release.

[Fukui] Based on the concept of alchemy taking centre stage, we have rebuilt the alchemy system from scratch and refined the other systems to complement it. Please do enjoy the unique experience of adventuring as an alchemist that only the ‘Atelier’ series can offer.

I really enjoyed Arland trilogy (imo time limit ateliers are the best)

Rorona looks bit like game for kids but gameplay and most important humour is not for kids (like wtf is wrong with Astrid...) good introduction to series, maybe not the best alchemy system but still its Atelier in its best. It introduced some funny and relatable characters and good overall good pace and story.

Atelier Totori become my second favourite Atelier game, it got some old characters with more life experience and some new ones (I love Mimi her friendship with Totori is soo cute) and it got really great story I cried in one scene like it was soo good made and soo sad. Its really is hardest Atelier but that's because its time limit and how beginner unfriendly it is, no shortcuts on map no syntesis missing ingredient fast craft and more but I kinda like it.

Meruru (I still need to do true ending) is great ending to series and building empire and being princess-alchemist was great expierence. Overall solid subseries second best (After Dusk) and I know now all references in lovely Mysterious subseries (exept Sophie 2) like Hagel and Pamela events from L&S, Firis building ship and air drops and more and Dusk references, Mysterious trilogy have many funny references to Dusk and Arland

I haven't played Atelier Yumia, (I've only played Sophie and parts of a couple others), but I have been playing with an idea in my head and I wonder if Yumia beat me to it. Does her gun have anything to do with her alchemy? I love the idea of using something like a shotgun with alchemical cartridges that have different effects. Is that anything like what Yumia does, or is her gun just a regular gun?

Source: Salburg (Wayback Machine)

I was looking for some information on another topic, and stumbled with this. Quite surprised by it, honestly. It was promoted around Gust Calendar 2004, in this particular screenshot.