Nelke & the Legendary Alchemists ~Ateliers of the New World~

Nelke & the Legendary Alchemists: Ateliers of the New World is a 2019 video game developed by Gust and published by Koei Tecmo for PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Windows, and PlayStation Vita only in Japan. A title within the Atelier series, the gameplay combines a city-building simulation with role-playing elements. The storyline follows Nelke von Lestamm as she attempts to build her own city while seeking a magical tree, employing legendary alchemists from the Atelier franchise to aid her. Beginning production in 2017 as a series celebration title, the team included multiple veterans including co-producer Junzo Hosoi, artist Noco, scenario designer Akira Tsuchiya, and composers Kazuki Yanagawa, Daisuke Achiwa, and Ken Nakagawa, and Tatsuya Yano. The gameplay was based on the original Atelier trilogy with added social and city building elements. Reception of the game was mixed. Praise was given to the music and gameplay mechanics, but its story, graphics and slow pace saw frequent criticism.