Honkai: Nexus Anima to Bridge Two Honkai Worlds

HoYoverse has just unveiled a tantalizing teaser for the next installment in the Honkai universe, tentatively titled Honkai: Nexus Anima. This upcoming game in the Honkai series has fans buzzing with excitement as they dissect the teaser for hints on what gameplay might entail.

What Do We Know?

The teaser was first revealed during the Honkai: Star Rail second anniversary concert, where it was streamed live to eager audiences. The teaser concluded with a voiceover from Kiana, a beloved character from Honkai Impact 3rd, speaking in Chinese. In the footage, Kiana is seen standing at the entrance of a building, her adorable pet stealing the spotlight.

The excitement didn't stop there—Blade, a character from Honkai: Star Rail, also made an appearance, 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 check it out for yourself [ttpp].

Interestingly, no official title was announced during the stream. The teaser simply teased 'A brand new Honkai game, stay tuned.' However, the name Honkai: Nexus Anima has gained traction among fans, first appearing in job listings earlier this year and later in trademark filings and domain registrations, lending credence to the speculation.

Is It Going to be a Pokémon-Like?

If you felt a Pokémon vibe from the teaser, you're not the only one. The footage indeed hints at a mix of Pokémon and Honkai elements, particularly with the focus on pet companions and trainer-style battles. A highlight was the confrontation between Kiana and Blade, suggesting that Honkai: Nexus Anima might emphasize combat and companion dynamics more than its predecessors.

As we await further details on Honkai: Nexus Anima, including its release date and whether the name will stick, the teaser promises an intriguing addition to the Honkai franchise. In the meantime, don't miss out on our next update about the pre-registration of the Gothic Vampire RPG, Silver and Blood, on Android.