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MiHoYo announced Honkai: Nexus Anima, a creature-collecting adventure game inspired by Pokemon, with a closed beta registration open until September 12 for PC and iOS users, featuring a world where concepts like Love and Hate are scattered as creatures called Anima.
miHoYo has announced Honkai: Nexus Anima, a creature-collector adventure strategy game set in the Honkai universe, with a Nexus Bond Test available for sign-up on PC and iOS until September 12, allowing players to explore a world where bonds between concepts are shattered and remnant powers, called Anima, are scattered across the land.
Genshin Impact's PS4 version will be removed from the PlayStation Store on September 10, 2025, with full service ending on April 8, 2026, due to hardware and platform limitations, while the PS5 version remains unaffected.
The version 1.4 update for Zenless Zone Zero, titled "A Storm of Falling Stars," will be released on December 18, introducing new playable Agents, enhanced combat modes, and the game's debut on PlayStation 5 Pro with ray-tracing support. The update includes new areas, a major combat gameplay mode, and optimizations for smoother gameplay. Players can obtain the S-Rank character Asaba Harumasa for free and explore new story developments as the game reaches its narrative climax.
Genshin Impact's voice actors have criticized developer MiHoYo for the "whitewashing" of new character designs in the upcoming Natlan region, which is inspired by African, Latin American, and Australasian cultures. They argue that the designs do not accurately represent the diversity of these cultures and call for better research and respect for cultural elements. MiHoYo has not yet responded to the criticism.
Chinese developer Mihoyo, known for the popular gacha roleplaying game Genshin Impact, has been valued at $23 billion, making it the most valuable private gaming-focused company in the world. The company's rapid rise in valuation is attributed to the global success of Genshin Impact and its previous title, Honkai: Star Rail. Mihoyo's latest game, Zenless Zone Zero, is also generating anticipation as it nears release on PC and PS5.
miHoYo's upcoming game Zenless Zone Zero is set to hold another beta test, allowing players aged 16 and above to apply for a chance to participate. The beta will feature a new character, Zhu Yuan, and the New Eridu faction, with opportunities to win real-life and virtual prizes. Initially announced as an action RPG for PC and mobile, the game will also be released on PS5, as revealed during last month's PlayStation State of Play event.
The third closed beta test for the urban fantasy action RPG Zenless Zone Zero, known as the "Amplifying Test," is now open for registration across PC, iOS, and Android, introducing significant changes to combat and Hollow exploration systems, a new character and faction, and upgraded gameplay features. The game, set in a post-apocalyptic world, follows players as they embark on a mission to defeat enemies and uncover mysteries in the city of New Eridu. The closed beta is expected to bring significant improvements to the overall gameplay experience and is set for release on PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, and Android in 2024.
miHoYo's free-to-play urban fantasy action RPG, Zenless Zone Zero, will be released for PlayStation 5 in addition to its previously announced PC, iOS, and Android versions. The game features thrilling action combat set in a post-apocalyptic urban civilization and aims to push the boundaries of game design and action experience. The development team is leveraging the cutting-edge technology and hardware capabilities of PlayStation 5 to create an immersive virtual world for players to explore and engage in thrilling battles.
The version 2.0 update for Honkai: Star Rail, titled “If One Dreams at Midnight,” will launch on February 6, introducing the new realm Penacony alongside new maps, storylines, and companions. The update also brings system optimizations, the addition of new playable characters like Black Swan and Sparkle, and a series of new features and enhancements to improve the gaming experience for players.
Genshin Impact developer miHoYo is inviting players to express their interest in the beta test for their new game, Zenless Zone Zero. The beta test is open to limited accounts on PC and Android/iOS devices, and interested players can sign up by completing a pre-registration and survey. By fulfilling certain requirements, players can enter a draw for a chance to win a beta invitation and real-life prizes. The game was initially revealed 18 months ago and is described as an action role-playing game with an urban fantasy setting.
Chinese game developer miHoYo, known for the popular mobile game Genshin Impact, attempted to evade Apple's 30% cut on in-app purchases not once, but twice. Despite a close relationship with Apple, including awards and recognition, miHoYo instructed users to make in-game purchases through its website and later introduced a new payment method in Alipay. Apple responded by removing the forum app and disabling the payment feature. Gaming research company Niko Partners predicts that other companies will also attempt to drive in-game purchases outside of traditional app stores to increase profits.
Genshin Impact's version 3.8 update, "Secret Summer Paradise," will launch on July 5, featuring a new limited-time area called the Veluriyam Mirage, summer special events, and new outfits for Klee and Kaeya. The update will also bring back old friends with their reruns and showcase new outfits. Additionally, miHoYo revealed a one-minute footage of Fontaine, the Nation of Justice, coming later this year.
miHoYo has released a list of all Genshin Impact codes, including those from the 3.8 Special Program livestream. These codes can be redeemed for rewards such as Primogems and EXP books. Some codes are only valid for a limited time, so be sure to redeem them quickly. Players must have an Adventure Rank of 10 or above to redeem codes.
Free-to-play RPG Honkai: Star Rail, developed by miHoYo, will be launching on PlayStation 5 in Q4 2023, with a PlayStation 4 version also planned. The game is currently available on PC, iOS, and Android.