NetEase titles join Asian Games esports lineup
Two original esports titles developed by Hangzhou-based NetEase are competing at the 2026 Asian Games: Naraka: Bladepoint and Identity V: Asian Games Version.
Naraka: Bladepoint, the only Chinese-themed competitive esports title at this year's Games, runs from Sept 23 to 24. Identity V: Asian Games Version, the first asymmetrical competitive title in Asian Games history, runs from Sept 28 to 30.
China advanced from the Asian Games esports qualifiers unbeaten in both titles. The Identity V qualifiers drew teams from 16 countries and regions, with China winning all its matches and being named the best team in qualifying. The Naraka: Bladepoint qualifiers featured teams from 15 Asian countries and regions, with China finishing first in its group.
Both are original NetEase titles. Naraka: Bladepoint incorporates elements of Eastern martial arts into its competitive gameplay, while Identity V uses an asymmetrical format.
NetEase has developed professional and international tournament systems for both titles. Identity V has competitions in China and overseas, while Naraka: Bladepoint has a three-tier structure spanning grassroots events, professional leagues, and a world championship.





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