Honkai: Nexus Anima to Link Two Honkai Worlds in Upcoming Game

HoYoverse has just unveiled a tantalizing teaser for the next installment in the Honkai universe, tentatively titled Honkai: Nexus Anima. The excitement is palpable among fans as they dissect the teaser, eager to uncover what gameplay innovations this new title might introduce.

What Do We Know?

The teaser made its debut at the Honkai: Star Rail second anniversary concert, where it was streamed live to a captivated audience. As the concert drew to a close, viewers were greeted by the familiar voice of Kiana from Honkai Impact 3rd, speaking in Chinese. The scene depicted Kiana standing at the entrance of a building, her adorable pet stealing the spotlight.

The teaser then introduced Blade from Honkai: Star Rail, hinting at a potential crossover between the two Honkai worlds in Nexus Anima. While the trailer was brief and didn't reveal much, you can watch it for yourself [ttpp].

Interestingly, no official title was announced during the stream. Instead, the teaser concluded with the message, 'A brand new Honkai game, stay tuned.' However, the name Honkai: Nexus Anima has been circulating widely. This name first surfaced earlier this year in job listings and has since appeared in trademark filings and domain registrations, lending credibility to the speculation that this will indeed be the game's title.

Is It Going to be a Pokémon-Like?

If you sensed a Pokémon-like atmosphere from the teaser, you're not alone. The visuals and the presence of pet companions alongside trainer-style battles evoke a strong Pokémon influence, suggesting that Honkai: Nexus Anima might blend elements of companion-based combat with the Honkai series' signature action.

A highlight from the teaser was a face-off between Kiana and Blade, indicating that the game could emphasize combat and companion dynamics more than its predecessors.

As of now, the release date and the official title remain under wraps. However, the teaser has certainly sparked interest and anticipation. While we await further details on Honkai: Nexus Anima, don't miss out on our next exciting update about the pre-registration of the Gothic Vampire RPG, Silver and Blood, on Android.